Vintage Hand Carved Wooden Laughing Buddha Hotei Statue Taiwan ROC Label

Hand-carved wooden Laughing Buddha statue, crafted in Taiwan during the mid-20th century. This cheerful figure — known as Hotei in Chinese and Japanese tradition — represents happiness, abundance, and prosperity. Features Material: Solid hand-carved wood (likely monkeypod or teak) Color: Warm reddish-brown with natural grain variations Era: Mid-century (circa 1960s–1970s) Origin: Republic of China (Taiwan) Mark: Original paper label on base Style: Traditional Laughing Buddha with raised arms (Buddha of Happiness) Height: 12 in Width: 4.5in Depth: 3.25 in