{"product_id":"chinese-laughing-boy-incense-holder-c-1880","title":"Chinese Laughing Boy Incense Holder, c.1880","description":"A late Qing export earthenware figure of a Laughing Boy, hand painted in the famille rose palette with a white glazed head and a bright green floral robe on a rocky base. Designed as an incense holder, the figure has five original apertures (crown, sleeves, back), with smoke emerging through these vents and the open mouth. Comparable figures were also produced as whistles.                                                                                                                                                           The Laughing Boy figure traces its roots to Chinese folklore and Chan Buddhism, where it embodies Budai, a monk revered as an incarnation of the future Buddha. His presence served as a talisman of joy and prosperity in homes and shops.\u003cbr\u003e\nDimensions: H 14.5 cm; W 7.5 cm; D 3.8 cm; Weight 208 g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Excellent antique condition; enamels well preserved; vents original.                                 Please note: the display stand is not included in the sale.\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance.\u003cbr\u003e\n","brand":"Gillers Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62883375710538,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/5351\/6106\/files\/il_fullxfull.7256634382_mnsj.jpg?v=1785905347","url":"https:\/\/gillersantiques.com\/products\/chinese-laughing-boy-incense-holder-c-1880","provider":"Gillers Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}