Kyoto Chirimen Ornament - Flower Parent-Child Horse (Tea)

[Kyoto Handmade Chirimen Ornament: Flower Parent-Child Horse (Tea - R49B)] This "Flower Parent-Child Horse" zodiac ornament is meticulously handcrafted using traditional Kyoto chirimen (crepe fabric) techniques. Featuring a heartwarming tea-colored parent and child horse design paired with the auspicious Shippo pattern, it symbolizes perfection, harmony, and good relationships. [Design Features: Gentle Love and Perfect Harmony] Craftsmanship: Each ornament is carefully handmade by artisans using chirimen fabric techniques. The soft texture of the fabric and the gentle expressions of the horses bring a warm New Year's atmosphere. Tea-Colored Pair: The parent and child horses are made from a calm and warm tea-colored chirimen fabric, with the two horses nestled closely together, showcasing tender and strong familial bonds. This color scheme offers a more understated and stable feel than white. Symbolism of Shippo Pattern: The mat beneath the horses' feet is adorned with the "Shippo" pattern. Composed of interlocking circles, Shippo is a traditional Japanese motif highly auspicious for symbolizing perfection, harmony, and strong connections between people (good relationships). Family Aspirations: A small foal sits charmingly on the mother horse's back, carrying a lovely flower. This heartwarming parent-child scene is perfect for wishing for family completeness and peace. [Auspicious Meanings: Smooth Sailing and Attracting Good Relationships] Horses are deeply auspicious animals in Japanese culture, carrying multiple blessings: Leap and Smoothness: The horse (Uma/Uma) symbolizes "leaping forward" and signifies "everything going smoothly (物事が“うまく”いく). Attracting Fortune: It is said that "luck will gallop your way." Their powerful stance is seen as a symbol of "business prosperity (商売繁盛)" and "family safety (家内安全)." [Placement and Gifting Suggestions] Cozy Home: This charming palm-sized ornament can adorn any part of your home, such as the entryway, living room, or alcove (tokonoma), adding a touch of Japanese style and allowing you to feel the gentle flow of the seasons. Occasion: With its heartwarming symbolism of family completeness, harmony, and good relationships, it makes an ideal New Year's gift for yourself or for cherished friends and family. [Specifications] 📏 Size: 14.5 × 14.5 × 9 cm 🎐 Material: Ceramic, Chirimen 🏮 Origin: Made in Japan [Precautions] ※ As all items are handmade, there may be slight variations in color, pattern, and shape for each finished product. The actual product shipped will be the final reference for color and pattern. Returns or exchanges will not be accepted once sold, so please consider the size and style carefully before purchasing. (Excluding cases of incorrect item shipped or defects). ※ The color of the product images may vary slightly due to computer monitor settings. The actual product color is the standard. If you have any questions, please contact customer service. ※ All product dimensions are measured by hand, with an approximate error of 0.5-1 cm. ※ Dimensions may vary slightly from the actual product due to differences in materials, measurement starting and ending points, and manual measurement methods. ※ The appreciation period is "not a trial period." Please inspect the product immediately upon receipt. If there are any defects, please take photos and notify us by phone, chat, or email within 24 hours of arrival. We will do our best to assist you. ※ If the product has been opened, used, or disassembled, resulting in a loss of completeness and resale value, it will affect your right to return the item. ※ We regret that we cannot accept returns or exchanges if the product is stained, has been washed, has had tags removed or damaged, or is missing accessories. ※ Packaging illustrations are for reference only. Packaging boxes vary in size, and the final packaging may differ. Please refer to the actual product.