Vtg Japanese Wooden Daruma Carving

This is a Japanese brushed lacquer carved wooden image of Daruma, a famous monk of Zen Buddhism. He is more modernly associated with daruma dolls made of paper mache that symbolize perseverance, luck, and goal-making. He is seen here holding a white fly whisk (called byakuhotsu) that is a token of authority. This beautiful piece can be hung on a wall.

• Brown
• Wood, lacquer
• C1960
• Item weight:  558 grams
• Packed weight: 858 grams
• Approx. 23 cm long x 21 cm wide x 5.5 cm tall
• Good condition considering age. Some scratches. Clear lacquer varnish is worn in some places. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
• This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya

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