Fushimi Doll: Seated Hotei (Medium) / no.3559
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A cheerful Hotei seated beside his large sack
This Fushimi doll depicts Hotei seated comfortably beside his large sack.
With his long earlobes, round belly, and beaming smile, Hotei has a warm and welcoming presence. Dressed in vividly colored robes and seated in a relaxed pose, his cheerful appearance radiates a sense of happiness and abundance.
Hotei is said to have been based on an eccentric Buddhist monk who lived in China around the 10th century and wandered from place to place carrying a large cloth sack. In Japan, he came to be revered as one of the Seven Gods of Good Fortune (Shichifukujin) and is associated with happiness, prosperity, and good fortune.
The warm, rustic texture of the clay, vivid hand-painted colors, and Hotei's irresistible smile give this piece the distinctive, approachable charm of traditional Fushimi dolls.
| Material |
Clay
| Actual Size |
Approx. W13 × H9.× D8 cm
| Delivery Date |
In stock: Available for immediate shipment.
We strive to manage our inventory, but as we share stock with our physical store and it is constantly changing, there may be instances where an item is out of stock when you place your order. We sincerely appreciate your understanding.
| Handling Precautions |
This is a fragile item. Please handle with care.
| Please Note |
As each piece is handmade and individually painted, slight variations in color, shape, and expression may occur. We hope you will enjoy these subtle differences as part of the unique character of handmade craftsmanship.
Tanka
Founded in the around 1750.
Located along the Fushimi Kaido road, this Fushimi doll kiln is marked by its historic appearance and red "noren" curtains.
When Fushimi dolls were at their peak (late Edo period), there were about 60 kilns lined up along the Fushimi Kaido road, but only one kiln still exists today. It was the only one.
At "Tanka," molds are made from spring to summer, and after drying in the sun in summer, the pieces are bisque fired in a kiln.
The painting is done from autumn to winter and spring when the glue is in good condition.
This seasonal process has been repeated for over 250 years.
They continues to create dolls every day, passing on the stories behind them.
