Japanese Kiyomizu-style lucky cat stained-painted with maiko (courtesan) design

Japanese Kiyomizu-style lucky cat stained-painted with maiko (courtesan) design

Dimensions: Height 13 cm, Width 8 cm

Materials: Porcelain + Hand-painted

Product Description:

The Kiyomizu-yaki lucky cat is crafted with exquisite artistry, and the hand-painted geisha design is lifelike.
The cat's body is delicately decorated with beautiful patterns that represent different flower meanings. Each flower contains a beautiful symbol, while graceful butterflies flutter around its ears, symbolizing good fortune and freedom.
The back of the kimono is decorated with traditional elements such as Mount Fuji, pine, bamboo and plum blossoms, representing the spirit of purity, elegance and resilience. The colors are gorgeous and the details are exquisite, making it a true work of art 🎎⛰️🌸.
Its overall design is elegant and full of vitality, making it a precious collectible that combines traditional culture with modern craftsmanship ✨🐱🎨.

Made in Japan

Kyoto Kiyomizu ware crafts

The surface of the lucky cat is coated with a floral crystalline glaze, showcasing a unique crystalline effect that adds an artistic and layered feel. The smooth glaze has a natural sheen, making the overall appearance more textured. The Kiyomizu-yaki lucky cat is not only a home decoration but also an elegant work of art, demonstrating exquisite craftsmanship and cultural connotations.

Kiyomizu ware is a type of pottery with a long history, primarily made at the entrance to Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto, Japan—at Gojo-zaka. It is part of Kyo-yaki, and the development of this pottery is closely linked to the tea ceremony, having been widely practiced in the Higashiyama foothills since the early Edo period.

Kiyomizu ware holds an important place in Japanese ceramics due to its unique craftsmanship and beautiful appearance, and continues to attract collectors and enthusiasts from all over the world.

SW1-F37