Kutani ware Framed Porcelain Artwork - Toshito Nakamura - Sparrow in the snow / 九谷焼 #504 Revered as a guardian against

Revered as a guardian against evil spirits

featuring scenes like “Nobinoco” the stretching cat

Sekka (雪華) captures the quiet

The wood's natural durability and resistance to warping make this tray ideal for daily use while preserving its stunning appearance over time

These gentle variations in colour

Kutani ware Framed Porcelain Artwork - Toshito Nakamura - Sparrow in the snow / 九谷焼 #504 Revered as a guardian against(Fukura Suzumezu), meaning "Plump Sparrows Illustration", is a delicately framed porcelain artwork by celebrated Kutani ware artist Nakamura Toshito. Known for his mastery of natural motifs and emotional depth, Nakamura has been recognized as a "First Class Traditional Craftsman" in Japan. His works are treasured for their exceptional realism and quiet elegance, often capturing the harmony between nature and human life. As expressed in Hakushu