Features
A commanding, dynamic sculpture: the roaring pose and the finely carved detail of the musculature convey the bearing of a king.
Hand-worked ceramic technique: the soft, natural glaze colour and the carved detail of the fur show the beauty of the craft in full.
Feng shui meaning: the tiger stands for authority, courage, wealth and success in business, making it a fitting ornament for good fortune.
With original wooden box: inscribed in calligraphy with the character "tiger", adding to its collectable value and making it easy to store and display.
◆ About the maker, Shirō
Shirō is a well-known Japanese ceramic artisan whose work centres on lifelike animal sculpture. Using traditional ceramic techniques, he renders animals' movement and bearing, the detail of their musculature and the natural variation of the glaze with great delicacy and vitality. His style combines the spirit of the Japanese craftsman with the aesthetics of art sculpture, showing both the particular appeal of ceramics and a wealth of cultural meaning.
Shirō's work covers a wide range of subjects — zodiac figures, auspicious beasts and traditional lucky charms — and is especially popular with feng shui enthusiasts, craft collectors and business owners. This "tiger figure", for instance, conveys the animal's dignity and force in full and stands for courage, leadership and flourishing fortune, making it a fitting ornament for a home or a business.
Shirō's ceramic works usually come with an original wooden box and a hand-written calligraphic inscription, which underline their artistic value and add to their collecting potential. Each piece is individually conceived and brings a distinctly Japanese craft atmosphere to a space, of real value and beauty whether as a personal collectable or as a high-end gift.
◆ "Guard the home, invite good fortune, and give your space the bearing of a king"
What you put in your home is not only decoration; it shapes the atmosphere and can affect the feeling of the whole place. If you are looking for something to lend a space presence and steady energy, this tiger figure by Shirō is well worth considering.
In feng shui the tiger represents courage, authority and wealth, and is a powerful guardian. This lifelike ceramic tiger, caught mid-roar, has the bearing of a king; it is held both to guard the home and turn away harm and to lend support in one's work. If you want more influence in your profession, or a firm footing as you start or run a business, placing a tiger figure like this in the living room, study, office or company frontage is said to strengthen your presence and bring more support from helpful people.
Placement matters too. It is generally suggested to set it in the entrance hall or by the main door, as a sign of guarding the home and keeping negative energy out. Placed on a desk, in a director's office or in the finance department, it is said to strengthen decision-making and leadership and help you move steadily forward at work.
This piece was made by hand by the well-known Japanese ceramic artist Shirō; the delicate glaze and lively carving give it real artistic value. It also comes with its original wooden box, which makes it easy to keep and suitable as a high-end gift for a successful friend or family member, carrying the wish to go forward bravely and face challenges without fear. If your space is still short of a little boldness and energy, this tiger will be the finishing touch.