Year of the Horse: Hand-Carved Zodiac Wall Art : Kakishibu & Buttermilk Paint

A wooden wall hanging created to celebrate the Year of the Horse. The traditional Japanese zodiac (eto) motif is carved in a pixel art style, striking a balance between pop sensibility and the warmth of hand-craftsmanship — not overly traditional, yet unmistakably Japanese in spirit. At just 10cm square, this small piece fits anywhere in your home, quietly accompanying your everyday life. ───────────────────────────── Materials & Finish ───────────────────────────── Kakishibu (persimmon tannin / 柿渋): Applied to the dark brown areas, kakishibu is a traditional Japanese plant-based wood finish made from the juice of unripe persimmons. It deepens in color over the years, allowing you to enjoy the evolving contrast between the stained and natural wood sections. Buttermilk paint: Used for the background, this paint delivers the soft, chalky tones that buttermilk paint is known for. ───────────────────────────── Size & Specifications ───────────────────────────── Dimensions: 100mm (H) × 100mm (W) × 15mm (D) Materials: Wood, kakishibu (persimmon tannin), buttermilk paint ───────────────────────────── Please Note ───────────────────────────── Each piece is hand-carved individually. As natural materials are used, no two pieces are exactly alike in color or wood grain — please embrace these variations as part of the charm of a one-of-a-kind artwork. Please refer to the photos as a general guide. ───────────────────────────── About Made-to-Order ───────────────────────────── Delivery: Within one month of your order. Orders will be closed once the maximum capacity is reached. Rush orders and specific delivery date requests cannot be accommodated. We appreciate your patience while your piece is being lovingly crafted.