RARE Antique Chinese Brass Lohan: "Happy Buddha" Statuette Western Asiatic This is a beautiful PAIR

This is a beautiful PAIR of vintage (c

The glue has been carefully removed

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fully displaying the artisan's mesmerizing decorative skill and use of masculine themes

but joined within the sculpture and posed on a continuous bronze pedestal

RARE Antique Chinese Brass Lohan: "Happy Buddha" Statuette Western Asiatic This is a beautiful PAIRThis is an antique brass Chinese Lohan, often referred to as a "Happy Buddha" (c. 19th century). These figures are typically carved from bamboo or other materials, and are meant to symbolize longevity and prosperity. Based on similar pieces, this figure is potentially from the Ming Dynasty; however, it may be a newer stylistic reproduction. The statuette's robe is lined with a well known, and often misunderstood, symbol. In Chinese culture, the ""