Seto Ware - Lucky Kaiun Hamaya and Kinfuku Tsuchi Long-Life Dragon (Includes Golden Screen, Base, and Small Stand)

🌸 The Synonym for Japanese Ceramics Seto: The Hometown of Maneki-neko ✨ Seto ware encompasses ceramics produced in Seto City, Aichi Prefecture, and its surrounding areas. With origins tracing back to the Kamakura period, it is one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns, boasting a 1300-year history. In 1977, Seto ware was designated a Japanese Traditional Craft by the government, and in 2017, it was recognized as "Japan Heritage." It is also credited as the earliest producer of glazed pottery and ceramic Maneki-neko, earning it the title "Hometown of Maneki-neko." In Japanese, "Setomono" has become a synonym for ceramics, highlighting its widespread influence and representational significance. 🐲 The "Kaiun Hamaya" (Good Luck Arrow) and "Kinfuku Tsuchi" (Lucky Mallet) Symbolizing Success This piece is a limited-edition long-life Azure Dragon from Seto ware's Yakushigama. The dragon clutches a "Kaiun Hamaya" in its mouth, stands on a "Kinfuku Tsuchi" with its feet, and holds a golden jewel in its hand, embodying wishes for disaster mitigation and a peaceful year. The dragon's upward flight towards the sky symbolizes rising fortune and the fulfillment of aspirations. The "Kaiun Hamaya" represents an arrow of success, symbolizing the overcoming of difficulties to achieve victory, while the "Kinfuku Tsuchi" signifies ascending with good fortune.✨ It makes a wonderful gift, home decor piece, or a prosperous addition to your office. ※ Includes a gift box, black base, golden screen, and a small wooden stand. ※ Product Dimensions: Approximately L10 × W6 × H9 cm Space required for display: Approximately L16 × W10 × H13.5 cm ※ Each piece is handcrafted by artisans. Slight variations in color and pattern placement are normal and do not constitute defects. Colors may also vary depending on monitor settings; please refer to the actual product for accuracy. Thank you.