Japanese Carved Ivory Netsuke | Hotei and Daikoku | signed Williamsburg Royal Doulton Bunnykins Cheerleader Bunnykins

Royal Doulton Bunnykins Cheerleader Bunnykins DB143

5cm tall (3 ¾ inches)

Scene depicted is Tanzende Numphen (signed to base)

Year Issued: 1974

Japanese Carved Ivory Netsuke | Hotei and Daikoku | signed Williamsburg Royal Doulton Bunnykins Cheerleader BunnykinsJapanese Carved Ivory Netsuke Hotei and Daikoku In Japanese culture Hotei and Daikoku are two of the seven gods of good fortune, who originated in Buddhism and were adopted in Japan. They were a favourite subject of many netsuke carvers. Hotei and Daikoku are often linked to prosperity, health and appear wrestling, playing or delivering gifts. signed to base An exceptionally well carved piece with very fine facial detail, even down to eyebrows