Description
Japanese Meiji Period Celadon Fukurokuju porcelain Statue. Nice piece guaranteed over 100 years old, hand modeled. 8" tall x 6" wide with no cracks, chips, or restorations.
FUKUROKUJU originates from an old Chinese tale about a mythical Chinese hermit (Sung Period) who was famous because he performed miracles and was said to embody the celestial powers of the south polar star. Fuku means happiness, Roku means riches and Ju means longevity. He is the Chinese God of wisdom, happiness, wealth and long life; Fukurokuju is 3 feet tall, has a big head half his height, large eyes and a snowy, long white beard. He wears garments like those worn by ancient Chinese scholars and likes to play chess. He sometimes also has cranes and/or a tortoise near him. He is often associated with Jurojin since the two are said to inhabit the same body. He is the God of Chess players, watchmakers and athletes
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