By Soju, signed Soju saku Japan, 19th century, Edo period (1615-1868) Of maru-gata shape, made from shibuichi and depicting Hotei with a karako on his shouder pointing upwards, worked in fine katakiri and kebori, a bundle of scrolls below them. Signed Soju saku (made), a pupil of Somin from the Yokoya school. HEIGHT 6.5 cm Condition: The surface is worn, particularly to the back. Provenance: German private collection, purchased at Lempertz, 1 January 2000, lot 1292.