A TIGER'S EYE MINIATURE CARVING OF BUDAI, QING OR REPUBLIC China, late Qing Dynasty or early Republic period. Tiger' eye, smooth surface polish. Perfect as a little hand charmer, this miniature sculpture depicts the laughing Buddha, Budai. The lucky god is shown with his prayer beads in one and a peach branch in the other hand. His fat belly invites for a rub. Condition: Good condition with few tiny nicks. Provenance: Austrian private collection. Dimensions: Height 5.2 cm. Length 2.8 cm. Width 2.2 cm.