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Signed Carved Wood Netsuke of Hotei
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2-1/2" Carved boxwood with dark patina depicting a smiling Hotei carrying a large bag of treasures over right shoulder and holding a fan with left hand. Signed inset medallion underneath. Hotei is the very popular god of happiness and contentment. His bag of treasure is akin to the gift bag of Santa Claus, which is why Hotei is often portrayed with happy children trying to gain access to his bag. His large belly is synonymous with happiness especially in areas where famine occurred. View and Bid on AspireAuctions.com
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2-1/2" Carved boxwood with dark patina depicting a smiling Hotei carrying a large bag of treasures over right shoulder and holding a fan with left hand. Signed inset medallion underneath. Hotei is the very popular god of happiness and contentment. His bag of treasure is akin to the gift bag of Santa Claus, which is why Hotei is often portrayed with happy children trying to gain access to his bag. His large belly is synonymous with happiness especially in areas where famine occurred. View and Bid on AspireAuctions.com
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