Description:

East Asia, Japan, Meiji era, ca. early to mid-20th century CE. This large wooden mingei (folk art) carving depicts Daikokuten (Daikoku), one of the Seven Lucky Gods, standing joyfully atop two rice bales, holding a mallet in one hand and carrying a sack of treasure over his shoulder. Daikokuten is the deity of fortune and wealth, with his magical mallet symbolizing the granting of wishes, luck, and prosperity. Revered in Japanese mythology as the god of wealth, agriculture, and prosperity, Daikoku is believed to bring good fortune to homes and businesses, especially those related to farming and commerce. His image, often found in traditional Japanese prints, sculptures, and household talismans, represents blessings of material success and well-being in Japanese culture.Size: 10" L x 9" W x 24" H (25.4 cm x 22.9 cm x 61 cm)

Provenance: private Truchas, New Mexico, USA collection, purchased in 2005

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  • Condition: Stable pressure fissures throughout and some scuffs to wood, but otherwise intact and excellent.

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