Bronze Figure of Hotei

Description:

Bronze Figure of Hotei, Japan, 19th/20th century, with his left hand raised, his right hand at his belly, chased details, three-character mark partially reading "Kosai" to back, ht. 9 1/4 in.
Estimate $300-500

surface dirt, probably missing a peach branch or staff from his right hand.


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