Bidspirit auction | Chinese Carved Green Hardstone Budai

Chinese Carved Green Hardstone Budai Figurine - This hand-carved stone figurine depicts Budai, also known as the Laughing Buddha or Hotei, in a traditional seated pose. It is carved from a deep, translucent forest-green hardstone with darker inclusions and grayish streaks visible within the recesses of the carving. The piece is unmarked and bears no maker's signatures or reign marks. Height: 3 inches Width: 2.5 inches. There are visible surface scratches and minor abrasions consistent with handling and age. A prominent white mineral deposit or scuff is located on the lower back of the figure. Minor chipping and roughness are present along the base edges and within the deeper carved lines. No large cracks or structural repairs are visible.