{"product_id":"1950s-japanese-hotei-buddha-figurine-sleeping-laughing-buddha","title":"1950s Japanese Hotei Buddha Figurine Sleeping Laughing Buddha","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"651\"\u003e🪷 \u003cstrong data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"646\"\u003eVintage 1950s Japanese Hotei Buddha Figurine – Sleeping Laughing Buddha\u003c\/strong\u003e 🪷\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"867\"\u003eInvite a sense of calm, joy, and timeless character into your space with this authentic vintage Japanese Hotei Buddha figurine, dating to the 1950s and sourced directly from an official Japanese government auction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"869\" data-end=\"1152\"\u003eThis beautifully crafted pottery piece depicts Hotei (Budai), the beloved Laughing Buddha, in a rare reclining sleeping pose. His relaxed posture and serene expression symbolize deep contentment, abundance, and inner peace—making this sculpture both meaningful and visually striking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003eThe surface displays a rich aged patina with natural wear, enhancing its wabi-sabi aesthetic and emphasizing its history and authenticity. Each imperfection tells part of its story, making it truly one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1368\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"171ah8m\" data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e✨ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1401\"\u003eProduct Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1783\"\u003e✅ Authentic Japanese vintage piece from the 1950s\u003cbr data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003e✅ Traditional Hotei (Laughing Buddha) motif\u003cbr data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1500\"\u003e✅ Rare reclining \/ sleeping pose design\u003cbr data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003e✅ Pottery construction with hand-finished details\u003cbr data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1594\"\u003e✅ Beautiful aged patina with strong wabi-sabi character\u003cbr data-start=\"1649\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003e✅ Ideal for Zen, Buddhist, or spiritual décor\u003cbr data-start=\"1697\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003e✅ One-of-a-kind collectible\u003cbr data-start=\"1727\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003e✅ Sourced from official Japanese government auction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1788\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"12elua8\" data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e🧘 \u003cstrong data-start=\"1797\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003eSymbolism \u0026amp; Meaning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003eHotei, often associated with happiness, abundance, and good fortune, is one of the most cherished figures in East Asian culture. His relaxed, sleeping pose in this piece evokes ultimate peace and satisfaction—an especially powerful symbol for tranquil interiors or meditation spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2106\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"e6i36v\" data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e📏 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2118\" data-end=\"2131\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2132\" data-end=\"2340\"\u003eVintage condition with visible age-related wear, including surface patina and small marks consistent with age.\u003cbr data-start=\"2242\" data-end=\"2245\"\u003eNo major cracks or repairs observed.\u003cbr data-start=\"2281\" data-end=\"2284\"\u003e📸 Please review all photos carefully before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2342\" data-end=\"2345\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"shuitv\" data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2369\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e🎁 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2369\"\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2370\" data-end=\"2520\"\u003e• Japanese antique collectors\u003cbr data-start=\"2399\" data-end=\"2402\"\u003e• Buddhist or Zen-inspired interiors\u003cbr data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2441\"\u003e• Meditation spaces\u003cbr data-start=\"2460\" data-end=\"2463\"\u003e• Unique spiritual décor\u003cbr data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2490\"\u003e• Meaningful, symbolic gifts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2522\" data-end=\"2525\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1xtw75w\" data-start=\"2527\" data-end=\"2548\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e📦 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2534\" data-end=\"2548\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2549\" data-end=\"2630\"\u003eAcquired from an official Japanese auction, guaranteeing authenticity and origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2632\" data-end=\"2635\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"r89ks\" data-start=\"2637\" data-end=\"2680\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e📢 \u003cstrong data-start=\"2644\" data-end=\"2680\"\u003eImportant Shipping Policy Update\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2681\" data-end=\"2877\"\u003eTo ensure safe delivery, we currently ship one item per order only.\u003cbr data-start=\"2748\" data-end=\"2751\"\u003eOrders with multiple items may be canceled and refunded. 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