A QING DYNASTY TIGER’S EYE MINIATURE CARVING OF BUDAI
A QING DYNASTY TIGER’S EYE MINIATURE CARVING OF BUDAI
Tiger’ eye, smooth surface polish
China, late Qing Dynasty or early Republic period
Perfect as a little hand charmer, this miniature sculpture depicts the laughing Buddha, Budai. The lucky god is shown with his prayer beads in one and a peach branch in the other hand. His fat belly invites for a rub.
Shape: Figural shape
Dimensions: 5,2 cm (height), 2,8 cm (length), 2,2 (width)
Condition: Good condition with few tiny nicks
Provenance: Austrian private collection