Seto Ware - Colorful Lucky Dragon (with Base & Display Stand)

🌸 The Epitome of Japanese Ceramics Seto Ware: The Homeland of the Maneki-neko ✨ Seto Ware refers to ceramics produced in and around Seto City, Aichi Prefecture. With a history stretching back 1300 years to the Kamakura period, it is recognized as one of Japan's Six Ancient Kilns. In 1977, Seto Ware was designated a Japanese Traditional Craft by the government, and in 2017, it was recognized as a "Japan Heritage" site. It is also credited as the birthplace of glazed pottery and the ceramic Maneki-neko (beckoning cat), earning it the title "Homeland of the Maneki-neko." The term "Setomono" has even become synonymous with ceramics in Japanese, highlighting its widespread recognition and significance. 🐲 Amplify Your Fortune Fivefold. Invite Blessings from Every Angle! This piece is a limited-edition "Seto Ware Yakushigama Lucky Dragon" for the Year of the Dragon. Inspired by the concept of the Five Elements, it features five small dragons in different colors, each symbolizing a wish for good fortune, prosperity, and peace in the New Year. It makes a perfect gift, a delightful home accent, or an auspicious addition to your office space. 🌈 The Five Elements, Colors, and Their Symbolic Meanings: White Dragon represents "Metal": Metal signifies accumulation and gathering, bringing wealth and inner tranquility. Green Dragon represents "Wood": Wood symbolizes growth, praying for robust health. Blue Dragon represents "Water": Water embodies nourishment and flow, aiding in inner hydration and emotional relaxation. Orange-Red Dragon represents "Fire": Fire signifies warmth and aspiration, radiating positive energy. Yellow Dragon represents "Earth": Earth stands for grounding and harmony, creating balanced energy in your space. ※ Includes a gift box, wooden base, and small display stand. ※ Dimensions: Five Dragons: Approximately L 5 × H 4 cm Base: Approximately L 18 × W 8.5 × H 1 cm ※ Each piece is handcrafted by artisans, and slight variations in color and pattern placement are normal and not considered defects. Colors may also vary depending on your monitor settings; please refer to the actual product for accuracy. Thank you.