Hand-Painted Ceramic Cat (Signed)
A handmade, hand-painted ceramic cat with an artisan's touch — an old Japanese-made piece, signed on the base, indicating an individually made rather than mass-produced work. The form is realistic with a touch of childlike playfulness, especially the big round eyes and small mouth, giving it a lively and very comforting expression. The body is painted with traditional patterns in classic blue, brown and gold; the brushwork is naive yet rhythmic, a bow-like ribbon is tied at the neck, and the back bears a hand-painted flying bird, conveying auspicious meaning. The ceramic body is slightly thick and the glaze glossy, with hand-coloring marks on the base and feet. An old piece in Shōwa-era style, warm and full of character — a rarely seen old Japanese ceramic cat.
