1960s Vintage Large 12" Buddha Statue Japan, Vintage Ceramic Happy Laughing Hotei Buddha Figurine Bank, Japanese Asian Chinoiserie Decor, Collectible Bank

SALE . . . 20% OFF!  Excellent hard to find extra large happy Buddha statue bank, hand painted and glazed, finished with bright gold glitter highlights. Wonderful condition, circa 1960s.

This is a beautifully crafted mid century Japanese Lucky Happy Buddha ceramic bank. Buddha wears colorful flowing robes that drape across his large, round body. They are accented with abundant gold glitter on all sides. He holds his legendary wish giving fan which is also gilt. His happy and gentle expression is wonderful, with a detailed face and bright red mouth which is open in a wide smile. Hand painted facial and chest hairs finish the design.

This fun and vibrant vintage Japan Buddha bank measures a huge 12.5 inches tall by 8 inches wide by 7.5 inches deep. He weighs almost 4 pounds before packaging! There is a large coin slot on the top of the sack for inserting coins. The bottom is covered in felt and it retains the original paper Made in Japan label. It is in absolute mint condition with no wear, chips, cracks, or restorations. There is one original coin inside which can be heard when moving the Buddha.

What a fabulous mid century feng shui Buddha, so rare in this large size. Makes for wonderful vintage Chioiserie decor, a very special collectible bank!