Chinese Jade and Stone

Figurines

dimensions: 2 3/8" high x 1 7/8" wide x 1" deep

excellent condition

Pink Coral Figurine

Hotei

circa 1900

collected in 1971

Hand-carved coral figurine depicting Hotei, Chinese immortal and god of happiness. Beautiful pinkish-white coral with orange inclusions.  Boyish male figure in robes with smiling face, bald head, and robust belly.  A happy little figure that glows with health and prosperity.

SOLD

Hotei Osho was a Zen priest in the Shu period.  He is typically represented as happy and pot-bellied, often carrying a staff and large bag.  Hotei is usually accompanied by Children, who care for him and give him great joy.  He is included among the seven Chinese gods of fortune.

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