Shigaraki Ware Lucky Raccoon Ornament - 19 cm / 信楽焼 たぬき t-165 ” Inspired by natural forms

” Inspired by natural forms and materials

Whether used at home or gifted to someone special

each bird is rendered with delicate brushwork

■ Material: Iron

colour and surface texture are therefore expected and are part of the beauty of this traditional handmade utensil

Shigaraki Ware Lucky Raccoon Ornament - 19 cm / 信楽焼 たぬき t-165 ” Inspired by natural formsIntroducing the Shigaraki ware Tanuki (Raccoon), a symbol of good fortune and prosperity with a rich history. This charming Raccoon ornament was first crafted by Tetsuzo Fujiwara in the early Meiji period. Inspired by the mystical sound of raccoon drumming on the banks of the Otowa River, Tetsuzo recreated this enchanting image in pottery after returning to Shigaraki. The Shigaraki ware raccoon embodies "Hasso Engi," representing eight phases of