Kakemono Standing Hotei with Staff and Fan

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Signature / Stamp:
Shūdō
Period:
Shôwa (1926–1989)
Dimensions (height x width):
190 x 61 cm
Item number:
4296

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Details about the sold piece

  • JikusakiWood
  • Material HonshiSilk
  • MotifBuddhism and Zen, Lucky Gods, Mythology
  • TechniqueHand-Painted

Description

With a round, laughing face and robe wide open over his ample belly, the figure in this kakemono embodies Hotei, one of the seven lucky gods of Japan, who stands for contentment, prosperity, and generosity.

In one hand Hotei holds his characteristic staff with fan, while his robe is set in bold black against the shimmering golden background – an appealing contrast that makes the figure stand out clearly. The brushwork is loose and humorous, fully in keeping with the folk tradition of depicting this lucky god. Painted in the Shôwa period on silk, the scroll has jikusaki ends of wood.

Depictions of Hotei have always been considered popular bringers of luck for home and business and are gladly hung at the turn of the year or on special occasions. With its cheerful, benevolent radiance, this kakemono brings a welcome measure of joie de vivre into any room.

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