Japanese Carved Ivory Netsuke | Seated Happy Buddha | Hotei | signed sold_June2026 He was beheaded in 1535

He was beheaded in 1535 and canonized by the Catholic Church 400 years later

but it is a little roughish

Issued: 1986 - 1993

This tray is marked OLD SHEFFIELD REPRODUCTION - this doesn't mean that it is a reproduction piece

5cms (2 1/4") long

Japanese Carved Ivory Netsuke | Seated Happy Buddha | Hotei | signed sold_June2026 He was beheaded in 1535Japanese Carved Ivory Netsuke Seated Happy Buddha In Japanese culture the Happy Buddha is known as Hotei. Hotei is one of the seven gods of good fortune, who originated in Buddhism and were adopted in Japan. He was a favorite subject of many netsuke carvers. Hotei is often linked to prosperity, health and good fortune. signed to base An exceptionally well carved piece with very fine facial detail, even down to his eyebrows together with fine pattern