Melancholy Hotel / Black Cat Incense Holder / Ceramic / Healing Trinket

**Inspiration**| The black cat at the Melancholy Hotel had one too many drinks. The kitty felt misunderstood, only the sake truly understood him~~~ When you feel down, light a short incense stick. Let the cat quietly accompany you to reflect and unwind. Things will slowly get better :’) **In Your Space**| An incense stick can be placed in the little wine glass on its table. Let the cat peacefully accompany you on your healing journey 𓂃 ܀ ̊ * **Dimensions**|Approx. 8 x 6 x 4 cm **Material**|Black earthenware / Shino glaze **Firing**|Oxidation-reduction firing **About the Glaze**| Shino glaze belongs to the feldspar glaze family. Its characteristics include intriguing "fire marks," pinholes, crawling, and crackling textures developed during firing. Thicker applications of glaze evoke the serene white of snow, while thinner areas reveal the warm, orange-red hues of ripening citrus. Its touch is as smooth and comforting as jade, much like a cat – a presence so soothing, you'll want to reach out and touch it again and again. **About the Brand**| **拖陶 ‧ TUO Ceramics** Molding clay is a slow, deliberate process of mixing mud to create intriguing objects. We gently knead our thoughts and feelings into form, integrating them seamlessly into daily life. Crafting daily ceramics featuring cats, to accompany you in a quiet, slow life with cats. Ceramic cats, gently sculpted. **Notes**| Please note: This listing is for the ceramic piece only; incense sticks shown for illustrative purposes are not included. Slight color variations may occur due to sunlight during photography. Photos are for reference only; the actual product is the definitive guide. Thank you for your understanding before purchasing. Each ceramic piece is hand-molded. Variations in glaze thickness and the interplay of fire, clay, and glaze during kiln firing may result in characteristics such as air bubbles, specks, or crackling (ice-crackle patterns). Over time, with use, subtle deepenings of texture may also appear. These are all natural occurrences and do not affect the functionality of the piece. A favorite author, Kuniko Mukoda, once said, "Moles and freckles sometimes contribute to a person's charm." I believe ceramics are similar; their imperfections are precisely what make them more captivating and interesting.