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ציור מגילה יפני - Japanese Hanging Scroll: DAIKOKUTEN, God of Farmers (No.18) Daikokuten is variously considered to be the god of wealth & farmers. He is recognised by his wide face, smile, and a flat black hat. He is often portrayed holding a golden mallet (”Uchide Nokozuchi”), otherwise known as a magic money mallet, and is seen seated on bales of rice, with mice nearby (mice signify plentiful food). Age: 1900-1940 Original Length 130 cm (about 51 inches) Width (between both roller ends) 49.6 cm (about 20 inches) Material of the Roller Ends Wood Primary Material of the Mounting Paper Condition GOOD, hand painted on silk