138 - ASIA

ASIA Ink and color painting on silk, depicting Hotei or Budai standing, smiling, with a rounded belly, carrying his bag of treasures on his back. Framed under glass. Japan or China, 20th century. Visible dimensions: 84.5 x 41 cm. Budai (布袋, China) or Hotei (布袋, Japan) is a major figure in Asia. He is one of the Seven Gods of Good Fortune. He symbolizes wealth, generosity, and abundance. He is depicted with a rounded belly, a pilgrim’s staff, and a large sack on his back.