Sculpture, Bizen ware Hotei - Stoneware - Hotei - Japan - Late Edo period

Description This sculpture made in stooneware of bizen represent Hotei. In Japanese mythology, hotei is one of the Shichi-fuku-jin (“Seven Gods of Luck”) . His name literally means "cloth sack", and refers to the bag that he is conventionally depicted as carrying as he wanders aimlessly. His jolly nature, humorous personality, and eccentric lifestyle distinguish him from most Buddhist masters or figures. He is almost always shown smiling or laughing as in this representation. Here the sculpture is represent as he take a rest with his fan (another attribute of this god) on the bag just atfer carrying during a long road. Datation First half of 19th century - C. 1845 Condition Very good condition Please check pictures for global condition Provenance French private collection Delivery For luxembourg the delivery will be made by the seller. For other countries delivery made by Fedex ! ! ! Important ! ! ! When the purchased item requires it, a wooden box / MDF will be realized implying a delay of 5 to 7 working days before shipping. Shipping cost will be applied per item. Therefore, if a buyer buys multiple pieces this amount will be charged per item regardless of the number of items purchased. Follow-up of the shipment by tracking, transport insurance for the amount of the sale excluding Catawiki commission.