Measures approximately 8.5" tall, 6" wide, 5" deep, and weighs 3 lb.

Vintage "Lucky Buddha" (Hotei / Budai) folk art statue. Crafted from heavy, translucent orange amber-toned acrylic resin, this distinct piece serves as a traditional talisman for attracting wealth, protection, and abundant good fortune.

What makes this figurine truly exceptional is its encapsulated interior. Sealed inside the clear resin belly of the laughing Buddha is a collection of traditional ritual charms, including a striking Cross of Caravaca, multi-colored protection beads, and hundreds of embedded grains of rice and seeds symbolizing perpetual sustenance and prosperity.

Standing at approximately 8.5 inches tall, this heavy, well-cast piece makes a powerful statement on a home altar, display shelf, or within a collection of unique global folk art and esoteric curiosities.

Item Specifics:

• Subject: Seated Laughing Happy Buddha (Hotei) Figurine

• Material: Cast Translucent Amber/Orange Acrylic Resin

• Embedded Elements: Cross of Caravaca, ritual seeds, grains of rice, and lucky amulets

• Estimated Era: Vintage Mid-to-Late 20th Century

• Dimensions: Approx. 8.5" H x 6" W 5" D (Standard size for this specific folk art variation)

• Weight: Substantial / Solid cast resin

Condition Notes:

This vintage item is in excellent condition. The resin remains remarkably bright and clear with beautiful depth and no major scuffs, cracks, or chips. All internal charms and grains are securely intact and perfectly preserved inside the solid cast body. Please review the high-resolution photos carefully to evaluate the precise cosmetic condition.