This solid brass Buddha that is 9" tall, 9" by 7"l.&w. at the base & has 2 Children Grabbing at him. wt, almost 15 lbs. It looks like one child has grabbed his breast & the other has torn out his navel. It looks like the Buddha has a dragon or snake in his right hand. There is a mark on the bottom shapped like a person but it may be nothing. The bottom do not have the expected patina because there was a cloth solidly glued with Elmers glue and seeing most marks are on the bottom I took off the cloth & then the solid globs of glue. It wasn't as easy as it sounds. I think there is excellent detail. Some might be covered with dirt because I rinsed it off well because I had to let the cloth soak in hot water. I did not clean anything else.
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Hello! I’m very glad that you chose Mearto for your online appraisal. Considering the photos, this item is: A Chinese brass Buddha or Budai (Laughing Buddha Hotei) represented with depicted with two little boys in a sitting pose. The Budai with children (normally 5) is often used as a symbol of joy, luck and protection. Often portrayed as a cheerful, contented, portly monk, he is also affectionately known as The Laughing Buddha. Hotei is one of the Japanese Seven Lucky Gods (Shichi-fuku-jin.) and is often depicted seated in European fashion or with his ankles loosely crossed. Period: circa 20th century. Style: Chinese style Provenance: Unknown Acquired: at an Auction House Height and length: 9” & 7” Weight: 15 lbs Artist: Unknown Condition: Good condition with expected aging - no patina on the bottom and some marks along the statue. Estimated price: This piece has an estimated price of $ 100 - 300
