Bronze Budai (Laughing Buddha) Figurine on Marble Base

This item is a small, cast metal figurine depicting Budai, often referred to in Western culture as the 'Laughing Buddha.' The figure is crafted from a copper-based alloy, likely bronze or brass, exhibiting a rich, aged brown patina with golden highlights where the metal has been handled or polished. It depicts the deity in a traditional seated pose with an exposed belly and a jovial facial expression. The casting quality shows soft, rounded contours, suggesting it may have been produced using the lost-wax method or sand casting. The figure is permanently affixed to a square, polished black marble or granite plinth, which provides stability and an elevated aesthetic. The stone base appears to have sharp edges and a consistent dark color with very fine mineral inclusions. Visible condition includes some light surface wear, minor oxidization in the deeper crevices of the robes, and small scuffs consistent with its age as a decorative piece. While no maker's marks are visible in the top profile, the style is reminiscent of mid-20th-century souvenir or giftware pieces from East Asia. The overall craftsmanship is of good commercial quality, intended as a desk ornament or shelf decor.