This striking Gold Daruma is a vintage folk craft figure inspired by the legendary Bodhidharma, the founder of Zen Buddhism in Japan. Cast with a bold and expressive face, this Daruma exudes strength and determination, qualities traditionally associated with perseverance and resilience in Japanese culture.
Unlike the more common red paper-mâché Daruma dolls, this version is finished in a lustrous metallic gold. Gold is most commonly associated with money, fortune, and material success. It symbolizes financial abundance and is often used in charms and decorations to attract wealth and economic well-being.
It enhances its role as a talisman, often kept in homes or businesses to attract prosperity and fulfill wishes.
The Daruma’s rounded form is a nod to the Japanese proverb “Nanakorobi yaoki” (七転び八起き), meaning “fall down seven times, get up eight,” a reminder to stay determined in the face of adversity.
Perfect as a collectible, a lucky charm, or a gift of encouragement, this golden Daruma is not only a meaningful piece of folk art, but also a radiant symbol of unwavering spirit and ambition.
