{"product_id":"vintage-mid-century-large-translucent-red-resin-laughing-buddha-statue-on-carved-wood-base-china-c-1960s","title":"Vintage Mid-Century Large Translucent Red Resin Laughing Buddha Statue on Carved Wood Base China c. 1960s","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage Mid-Century Large Translucent Red Resin Laughing Buddha Statue on Carved Wood Base\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in China c. 1960s. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApprox.  12 1\/4\" High (on base) x 10\" Wide x 7 3\/4\" Deep.\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA striking and exceptionally large mid-century decorative sculpture depicting Budai, the Laughing Buddha of prosperity and joy. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted during the height of the 1960s orientalist design revival, this substantial piece is molded from high-quality, translucent resin formulated to emulate precious antique cherry amber. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen placed near a light source, the fiery crimson material exhibits magnificent depth and a radiant, gem-like glow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe figure is beautifully cast with voluminous, flowing robes, a joyful expression, and a traditional strand of prayer beads. It sits perfectly flush atop its original, custom-fitted dark hardwood base featuring delicate cloud-scroll feet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent  vintage condition. The resin body retains its high-gloss luster with no deep scratches, chips, or clouding. There is some light surface dust and natural vintage residue built up inside the folds of the carving, which is common for a piece of this era. The wooden base is structurally sound and securely supports the sculpture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paul Jacobs Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50266394886394,"sku":null,"price":500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/8614\/4762\/files\/576084E2-BC2B-47A4-8518-66AB8756D405.jpg?v=1789147273","url":"https:\/\/pauljacobsantiques.com\/products\/vintage-mid-century-large-translucent-red-resin-laughing-buddha-statue-on-carved-wood-base-china-c-1960s","provider":"Paul Jacobs Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}