Japanese Kiyomizu-yaki lucky cat flower crystal apricot, approximately 10 million taels, extra small.

Japanese Kiyomizu-yaki lucky cat flower crystal apricot, approximately 10 million taels, extra small.

Dimensions: Height 11.5cm, Width 7cm

Materials: Porcelain hand-painting

Product Description:

The Kiyomizu-yaki lucky cat is crafted with an exquisite apricot-colored floral crystal process, resulting in a crystal-clear surface that is as delicate and beautiful as a blooming flower.

The lucky cat holds a gold coin inscribed with "millions of taels" 💰, symbolizing abundant wealth and a house full of gold and silver, bringing its owner endless good fortune and wealth 🍀.

The arabesque pattern on the neckband symbolizes blessings and lasting prosperity 🌿, further enhanced by the green plant embellishments on the cat ears.

Showcasing vitality and harmony with nature 🌱.

Its overall design is cute and endearing, making it both a beautiful work of art and a lucky charm that brings good fortune 🐾.

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.

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