A few examples of appraisal values for
HOTEI

• JAPANESE GLAZED CERAMIC FIGURE OF
  JAPANESE GLAZED CERAMIC FIGURE OF HOTEI Japanese glazed ceramic figure of Hotei, 16.5" h.
• JAPANESE GLAZED STONEWARE MODEL
  JAPANESE GLAZED STONEWARE MODEL OF HOTEI Japanese glazed stoneware model of Hotei, 6.5"h.
• VINTAGE JAPANESE WOODEN HOTEI
  VINTAGE JAPANESE WOODEN HOTEI SCULPTUREHand carved figure of one of the Seven Lucky Gods. Hotei is the god of fortune, and is always appears half-naked exposing his belly. He is holding a sack of clothes over his shoulder and a branch of flowers. Japanese manufacture sticker on the base. Dimensions: 9"L x 6"W x 13.5"H Country of Origin: Japan Condition: Age related wear.
• A Japanese Carved Ivory Figure of a
  A Japanese Carved Ivory Figure of a Hotei showing the plump figure with a serene expression in a standing position raised on a wood base. Height 3 1/4 inches.
• HANABUSA ITCHO (JAPANESE
  HANABUSA ITCHO (JAPANESE 1652–1724): SLEEPING HOTEIcirca 1710; ink on paper, with silk borders, unframed; signed and with seal lower right Dimensions: 17 1/2 x 19 1/4 in. (44.5 x 48.9 cm.) Provenance: Property from The Estate of Richard Kelton, The Kelton Collection, Condition:
• Japanese Meiji Elaborately Carved
  Japanese Meiji Elaborately Carved Ivory Figure of Hotei, fourth quarter 19th century, the figure depicted standing and laughing, his hands raised over his head, presented on a square stepped and pierced mahogany stand, h. 8".
• A MEIJI PERIOD HIGH KARAT GOLD
  A MEIJI PERIOD HIGH KARAT GOLD OJIME MODELED AS HOTEIThe solid gold Japanese ojime figure of Hotei (or in Chinese mythology 'Budai'), one of the Shichifukujin or Seven Gods of Good Fortune, is signed Noriyasu by hand engraved calligraphy on the base.Measures 0.75 x 0.5 inches, 19.49 x 14.94 mm, and weighs 12.8 grams.Very good condition, there are no issues of damage, repair or wear.Provenance: The collection of Josephine Bird Hall (1888 - 1948) by descent to her son, the present owner. Josephine's father was a founder of Kansas City's Emery, Bird, Thayer Department Store.
• JAPANESE HAND CARVED BONE HOTEI
  JAPANESE HAND CARVED BONE HOTEI NETSUKEAn inked figure of one of the Seven Lucky Gods. Hotei is the god of fortune, and patron of diviners. He is seen partly clothed, but expressing his large belly and holding a back of clothes of his shoulder. Japanese characters markings on the base. Dimensions: 1.25"L x 1.25"W x 2"H Country of Origin: Japan Condition: Age related wear.
• A GROUP OF SIX JAPANESE CARVED WOOD
  A GROUP OF SIX JAPANESE CARVED WOOD NETSUKE including a standing hotei, probably Edo period, the tallest 6cm high, a hotei with a bag and fan, signed, 4cm high, and a boxwood hotei in a bad, 4cm high (6) Provenance: the hotei with a fan mentioned, Sotheby's, 20 June 2002, lot 548., the hotei in a bag, Christie's, 28 October 2004, lot 37, the group collectively were purchased from Zeeuws, 8/10/2020, lot 1206, 420 euros. Now the property of a deceased Estate from West Dorset.
• Bronze Figure of Hotei Japanese,
  Bronze Figure of Hotei Japanese, late 19th/early 20th century, the god smiling jovially, his robe open to expose his large belly, a bag and fan over his right shoulder, finely etched hair on his head, belly and feet, 10-3/4 in.,
• ASIAN: TWO CARVED IVORY FIGURE OF
  ASIAN: TWO CARVED IVORY FIGURE OF HOTEI, ONE OF THE SEVEN GODS OF LUCK, JAPANESE, 19TH/20TH C., ONE WITH POLYCHROME STAINING, BOTH M...ASIAN: Two carved ivory figure of Hotei, one of the seven gods of luck, Japanese, 19th/20th C., one with polychrome staining, both mounted on carved wooden stands, wear consistent with age and use, larger overall: 4" h. [NOTE: International clients are ineligible to bid on this item. It is for sale only within the United States except not to CA, NY, NJ. It is the responsibility of any bidder to be aware of any laws or restrictions that may apply to them. It is the responsibility of the buyer to obtain any necessary documentation, permits or paperwork necessary including but not limited to such documents as required to comply with any and all requirements and restrictions imposed by Federal trade regulations related to endangered species prior to finalization of any sale.]
• A small Meiji period stained
  A small Meiji period stained ivory okimono carved as Hotei standing with his sack signed 3ins Estimate ?300-500 Some natural cracks in the ivory which the carver has incorporated into the drapery of the figure to the front on his belly across the sack on his shoulder and in the pleats of his robe along his legs. Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Gorringes Conditions of Sale.Sold for ?480
• ASIAN: JAPANESE CARVING OF HOTEI,
  ASIAN: JAPANESE CARVING OF HOTEI, 19TH/20TH C., PROBABLY BOXWOOD, SIGNED, CRACK; ALONG WITH TWO 20TH C. CARVED FIGURE OF THE BUDDHA,...ASIAN: Japanese carving of Hotei, 19th/20th C., probably boxwood, signed, crack; along with two 20th C. carved figure of the Buddha, wear consistent with age, including one with crack, etc.
• Large Japanese Meiji Patinated
  Large Japanese Meiji Patinated Bronze Figure of a Standing Hotei Bearing a Fan, fourth quarter 19th century, h. 15\", w. 9\", d. 9-1/2\".
• Hotei Osho Figure Ivory Netsuke
  Hotei Osho Figure Ivory Netsuke Carved back-to-back mirrored laughing/smiling image of Hotei Osho, one of the Seven Gods of Fortune, holding a flat fan; with applied pigment for accentuating carved details. Signed on bottom, approx. 1-3/4"T x 1-3/4"W x 1-3/8"D.
• Carved Ivory Netsuke of Hotei
  Carved Ivory Netsuke of Hotei Signed With applied pigments seated Hotei with child and holding fan signed on bottom possibly Shozan.
• JAPANESE OKIMONO OF HOTAI AND
  JAPANESE OKIMONO OF HOTAI AND BOYSSigned on the underside. The boys climbing over a seated Ho, atop him while he joyfully fans himself. Height 4 in. Width 3 in.
• IVORY NETSUKE OF HOTEI, 19TH
  IVORY NETSUKE OF HOTEI, 19TH C.Modelled as a seated Hotei with a sack to his side. Unidentified Japanese mark on the underside. Uneven himotoshi cord holes. Approx. 1-3/8"L. Please note: The netsuke is carved from antique, pre-ban African elephant ivory. The item can be shipped only where allowed by law. Some discoloration and cracks typical for age. See images for more details on condition. shipping info This item can be shipped in-house.
• A Japanese ivory netsuke late
  A Japanese ivory netsuke late 19th / early 20th century in the form of a standing figure of hotei holding a fan with attendant figures of a boy and a seated musician two character signature approx. 1.5ins Estimate ?180-200 Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Gorringes Conditions of Sale.Sold for ?180
• A Meiji period ivory netsuke carved
  A Meiji period ivory netsuke carved as Hotei pointing to a beak poking out from his sack 1.25ins Estimate ?100-150 Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Gorringes Conditions of Sale.Sold for ?280
• * A Group of Twenty Carved Ivory
  * A Group of Twenty Carved Ivory Netsuke and Okimono containing one seated figure of a happy hotei with other animal form and figural carvings. Height of first 3 inches.
• JAPANESE HIBACHI
  JAPANESE HIBACHI
• Two Carved Ivory Netsuke Containing
  Two Carved Ivory Netsuke Containing a Hotei figure highlighted in green and red pigment approx. 2"H and a figure of a man approx. 2"H. Both signed on bottom by the same artist.
• Japanese carved gilt and polychrome
  Japanese carved gilt and polychrome wood figure of Hotai with children 20th century; figure modeled as large smiling figure with many children crawling over him and in full robe 9 in. H. Estimate $ 150-250 Arm broken off one child wear and scratches to gilt natural wood deterioration.
• JAPANESE BRONZE HOTEI-SAMA DEITY
  JAPANESE BRONZE HOTEI-SAMA DEITY FIGURE Japanese patinated bronze Hotei-Sama deity figure, with staff, pack, and gilded fan. the figure with sweet demeanor. 12" H x 9" W x 6" D.
• JAPANESE HIBACHI
  JAPANESE HIBACHI
• Young Hotei Osho Okimono Carved
  Young Hotei Osho Okimono Carved ivory with pigments, a wonderful carving. Well carved overall with much open work. Not signed. Approx. 1-1/4"T x 1-3/4"D.
• A Japanese Bronze and Mixed Metal
  A Japanese Bronze and Mixed Metal Koro of a Hotei the plump figure being pulled on a large sack with a figure seated atop his stomach holding a drum forming a finial to the lid with gilt highlights throughout with signature on the side. Height 6 1/4 x width 7 1/2 inches.
• 2 19TH CENTURY BIZEN VASES WITH
  2 19TH CENTURY BIZEN VASES WITH HOTEI FIGURE2 19th Century Bizen Japanese pottery vases with Hotei figure in relief. Tallest: 12 3/4" Height. Label on the underside of 1 vase.
• THREE JAPANESE IVORY OKIMONO
  THREE JAPANESE IVORY OKIMONO including a patinated ivory figure of Hotei carrying his treasure bag and a fan on a staff and two Sumo wrestlers (3)
• Four Tinted Ivory Okimono
  Four Tinted Ivory Okimono Figures, Signed, Meiji-Showa Period Consisting of Hotei, a sage, a samurai, and a priest, each inlaid with a signed cartouche on the base tallest height 3.6 in — 9.1 cm
• Bronze Hoitei Japanese early 20th
  Bronze Hoitei Japanese early 20th century.  A standing bronze figure of Hoitei carrying a satchel a walking stick a fan and a double gourd having a two-character impressed mark on his back; ht. 9.5 in.
• Japanese bronze Showa period scroll
  Japanese bronze Showa period scroll weight; in the form of Hotei holding a staff in one hand while pulling his sack with rat in the other, two character signature to base; well detailed, some surface wear, uneven patina; H: 3 1/2" X L: 6" (approx.)
• TWO JAPANESE POLYCHROME OKIMONO
  TWO JAPANESE POLYCHROME OKIMONO OF HOTAISigned. Together with another, possibly Chinese. Carved in varied posses. Heights 1.75 to 3.25 in. (Cond: good)
• LARGE BRONZE FIGURE OF HOTEI WITH
  LARGE BRONZE FIGURE OF HOTEI WITH CASH the corpulent laughing deity with long fleshy earlobes and voluminous robes exposing his chest and stomach carrying a stick with a giant coin at one end and a sack in one hand with gilt highlights h:27 in.
• HOSODA EISHI (JAPANESE,
  HOSODA EISHI (JAPANESE, 1756-1829) MISAYAMA OF CHOJIYA HOUSE GOING TO BED circa 1796-1797. Woodblock print (nishiki-e); ink and color on paper with mica.