{"product_id":"ft291-vintage-shigaraki-yaki-tanuki-信楽焼狸像","title":"FT291 - Vintage Shigaraki-yaki tanuki 信楽焼狸像","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm @w-xl\/main:pt-header-height\"\u003e\n\u003carticle data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-304\" data-turn-id=\"request-67bb5822-1da8-8002-b139-04a33b135917-4\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-4o\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"b3705b43-6b23-4188-ae71-fe532d7b65fe\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full break-words light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"230\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eThis expressive ceramic sculpture depicts a \u003cstrong data-end=\"77\" data-start=\"44\"\u003epair of tanuki (raccoon dogs)\u003c\/strong\u003e, rendered in the distinctive rustic charm of \u003cstrong data-end=\"147\" data-start=\"123\"\u003eShigaraki-yaki (信楽焼)\u003c\/strong\u003e pottery, one of Japan’s oldest ceramic traditions originating in Shiga Prefecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"650\" data-start=\"232\"\u003eCrafted with rough-textured clay and ash glaze firing, the figures exhibit a naturalistic earthy brown and cream-toned palette, enriched by subtle gradients and kiln effects unique to wood-fired Shigaraki ware. The tanuki are seated close together in a humorous and affectionate pose, one holding a flask of sake and the other clutching a small object—typical symbols of prosperity, good fortune, and a playful spirit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1011\" data-start=\"652\"\u003eShigaraki tanuki statues are beloved icons of Japanese folk belief, where tanuki are seen as mischievous but benevolent creatures capable of bringing luck, business success, and happiness. Often placed outside shops and homes, they’re characterized by their plump bellies, oversized features, and friendly expressions—all humorously exaggerated in this piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"1320\" data-start=\"1013\"\u003eThis particular work captures both male and female tanuki side by side, making it a rare and charming variation that celebrates companionship, abundance, and the whimsical heart of Japanese folk culture. A delightful and characterful addition to any collection of traditional ceramics or talismanic figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 11 x 7 x 11.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56111095415115,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/temple_acaf54cf-5597-41e6-8fe7-740864710148.jpg?v=1765709169","url":"https:\/\/maisonkyo.be\/de\/products\/ft291-vintage-shigaraki-yaki-tanuki-%e4%bf%a1%e6%a5%bd%e7%84%bc%e7%8b%b8%e5%83%8f","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}