Ceramic with dark engobe
Japan, 19th century
Engraved inscription on the back
Fine modeled figures
Old French collection label on the base of a figure
Height, each: 12 cm
Good condition
Provenance: Private collection Germany
Fine depiction of Ebisu and Daikoku, two of the seven Japanese gods of luck (Shichi Fukujin)

This ceramic figurine from the 19th century Japan shows two of the seven Japanese gods of good luck (Shichi Fukujin). The man with the bulging bag on his back is Daikoku, the god of wealth. In his right hand his mallet can be found, which spread luck and wealth. The second figure shows Ebisu which a fish under his right arm. He is known as the patron saint of fishermen and often depicted as son or apprentice of Daikoku. Both deities are finely modeled as well as dressed in pleated garments and they have expressive, friendly faces. Each back is provided with an engraved inscription and an old French collection label on the base of one figure can be seen.



The figures are in good condition with slight signs of age and wear. Chips as well as engobe wear are visible and each height measures 12 cm.

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