Bidspirit auction | A Chinese cast metal figurine

A Chinese cast metal figurine of Budai - A cast metal figurine of Budai, commonly known as the Laughing Buddha. The piece is constructed from a cast grey metal alloy, likely pewter or a similar lead-based material, featuring a dull patinated surface. The figure is depicted in a seated position with a rounded, exposed belly, elongated earlobes, and a smiling facial expression, dressed in loose robes. The piece is cast with hand-finishing, and the base is flat with a roughly finished surface. No legible reign marks, maker's marks, or inscriptions are present on the base or body. This item is likely a mid-20th-century decorative piece produced for the domestic or export market.