Buy JAPANESE SCULPTURE GOD OF FORTUNE OF OLD AGE AND LONGEVITY.

- Japanese sculpture of one of the seven gods of fortune.
- In this case we are looking at "Juroujin" the god of old age and longevity in Japanese Buddhist mythology.
- Juroujin is said to be based on a real person who lived in ancient times. He is depicted with a long white beard, riding a deer and often accompanied by a 1500-year-old crane and a turtle, thus reflecting his affinity for long life. In his hand he holds a staff and a book or scroll.
- Made of a white metal alloy, probably zamak.
- The sculpture is superbly crafted, executed in great detail, and with good proportions.
- No distinctive mark or contrast has been found that could provide information on where it was made, the maker's details, or any other information.