This is a large and substantial Lucky Buddha statue. Called Budai in Chinese, Hotei in Japanese, this happy looking man is thought to have been an actual 10th century Zen Buddhist monk. He''s believed to have been an unusual, unique Zen figure in that happiness, generosity, and good cheer were central to his teaching. People who have this "Laughing Buddha" statue love the rich dark, faux bronze finish, the happy face, the long ear lobes, and big, big, bellies; But the most important part of a Lucky Buddha statue is the magic bag of plenty under his elbow - It never ever runs out.Large, heavy, substantial version of the "Laughing Buddha"Beautiful faux antiqued bronze finish, with prayer beads and bag of plentyMakes a wonderful gift for business associates, siblings, and parentsThought to bring good luck, happiness, cheer, and wealth