Description
Chinese famille verte ceramic figure depicting a laughing Buddha or Budai, Qing dynasty, ca. 1880. The figure is modeled as seated with his robes loosely draped about his shoulders, holding a string of beads in his right hand. With a raised four-character mark along the interior.
Provenance: The Distinguished Collection of Leo & Doris Hodroff.
Height: 7 in x width: 7 in x depth: 5 1/2 in.
Provenance: The Distinguished Collection of Leo & Doris Hodroff.
Height: 7 in x width: 7 in x depth: 5 1/2 in.
Condition
There is a large firing flaw to one armpit. This firing flaw extends into a hairline crack that extends through the chest to the other armpit. Light losses to the paint throughout. Light wear to the underside.
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Chinese Qing Famille Verte Ceramic Buddha ca. 1880
Estimate $1,200-$2,400
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This auction is curated by:
Sean BlanchetAsian Art Specialist
Robert SnellPaintings and Sculpture Specialist
Leo & Doris Hodroff Collection: Arts of Asia
Nov 11, 2026, 11:00 AM ESTSt. Paul, MN, United States
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