{"product_id":"ft489-zodiac-rat-ornament-by-seizan-gama-靖山窯","title":"FT489 - zodiac rat ornament by Seizan-gama 靖山窯","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis charming Year of the Rat (子 \/ Ne) zodiac ornament by Seizan-gama (靖山窯) embodies the quiet elegance and gentle symbolism of Japanese New Year folk ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRendered in a beautifully minimalist style, the rat is formed with soft rounded contours and a matte white finish that gives the piece a serene, almost moonlike presence. Its simple silhouette is accented with delicate gold-painted ears and eyes, while the red character “福” (fuku – good fortune) on the hindquarters adds an auspicious touch associated with happiness, prosperity, and blessings for the coming year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the Japanese zodiac, the rat is the first of the twelve animals and symbolizes wisdom, resourcefulness, fertility, and new beginnings. Because of this, rat-themed eto ornaments are traditionally displayed to invite fresh opportunities and good fortune into the household at the start of a new cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis work was created by Seizan Kiln (靖山窯) in Kyoto’s historic Higashiyama district, a region celebrated for its long tradition of Japanese ceramic artistry. Seizan Kiln is especially known for producing auspicious figurines and zodiac ornaments that blend folk charm with refined Kyoto craftsmanship. The kiln’s techniques were established by the first-generation artisan Kato Seizan, and the tradition continues today under the second generation, preserving the warm character and symbolic richness that define the workshop’s creations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to ageing, some scratches are visible. Please see the photos carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSize: 6 x 4 x 6cm\u003cbr\u003e14 x 8cm (Backdrop)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison Kyo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57527867572555,"sku":"FT489","price":8.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0964\/9746\/7723\/files\/temple_6fc841ce-f4b6-43d0-bbad-b35f59ff8bc3.jpg?v=1780847646","url":"https:\/\/fr.maisonkyo.be\/products\/ft489-zodiac-rat-ornament-by-seizan-gama-%e9%9d%96%e5%b1%b1%e7%aa%af","provider":"Maison Kyo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}