A Carved Wood Figure of Maitreya

A carved wood figure depicting the Laughing Buddha (Budai), standing in a relaxed posture with a broad smile and an exposed belly, symbolizing happiness, abundance, and contentment. The figure is surrounded by numerous playful children climbing over his shoulders and robes, a traditional motif associated with blessings of prosperity, fertility, and family happiness. Budai holds a ruyi scepter in one hand and a treasure ingot in the other, while additional auspicious emblems, including coins and a wish-granting vessel, are incorporated throughout the composition. Finely carved in the round from a single block of hardwood, the sculpture displays expressive facial features, flowing robes, and deeply undercut details, emphasizing both movement and depth. The warm, dark patina enhances the natural grain of the wood and complements the lively carving, making the work an attractive decorative sculpture celebrating traditional Chinese symbols of good fortune.

Dimensions: Height: 22 3/4 inches (57.8 cm)， Width: 8 5/8 inches (21.9 cm)

木雕弥勒佛像

木雕弥勒佛立像。弥勒袒胸露腹，笑容可掬，神态慈祥，寓意欢喜、富足与吉祥。佛身周围环绕多名童子，或攀肩、或依偎、或捧持吉祥器物，形成传统“弥勒戏童子”题材，象征多子多福、家庭兴旺、福寿绵长。弥勒一手执如意，一手托元宝，并饰有钱币、宝瓶等吉祥纹饰，寓意招财纳福、富贵平安。整件作品以整木圆雕而成，人物刻画生动，衣纹流畅，层次丰富，镂雕与高浮雕结合，充分展现木雕工艺的立体感与艺术表现力。木质表面包浆自然，色泽沉稳，为兼具传统吉祥寓意与观赏价值的现代木雕作品。

尺寸：高22 3/4英寸（57.8厘米）， 宽8 5/8英寸（21.9厘米）