{"product_id":"kutani-ware-paint-03082602-0pqc","title":"NAKAMURA TOSHITO Kutani Ware Framed Porcelain Artwork - Two Sparrows in the Snow \/ 九谷焼 中村陶志人","description":"\u003cp\u003eTwo sparrows nestle together, their heads dusted with snow, a moment of quiet companionship Nakamura has rendered with remarkable tenderness. The birds' cream and russet forms lean into each other for warmth, expressing a comfort that needs no explanation. Framed in weathered wood, it becomes a work about presence—how two small creatures can create shelter simply by being close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e福良 雀図 (Fukura Suzumezu), meaning \"Plump Sparrows Illustration\", is a delicately framed porcelain artwork by celebrated Kutani ware artist Nakamura Toshito \/ 中村陶志人. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs expressed in Kitahara Hakushu \/ 北原白秋 ’s writing, “There is no other small bird that has had such deep interaction with humans as the sparrow. It is not just a familiar bird—it is deeply connected to us - sparrows simply cannot live without humans.” This piece reflects that sentiment with warmth and care. In Japanese tradition, sparrows are beloved not only for their close bond with daily life but also as beneficial birds \/ 益鳥 that protect crops and symbolize abundance, gratitude, and spiritual harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNakamura brings the sparrows to life in a quiet snowfall, their round forms embodying both vitality and calm. A treasured motif in family crests and paintings, the sparrow here becomes more than a bird; it becomes a gentle messenger of comfort and timeless connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the whole piece is handmade in Japan, slight irregularities in size, glaze, colour and texture might occur and reflect the nature of the artisan product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◾ Handmade in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◾ What's included? - One (1) Framed Porcelain Artwork in a Box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◾ Material: Porcelain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◾ Size: 18.5 cm (side)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e◾ Comes with a gift box. Great as a gift.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kutani","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55581664805169,"sku":"t-136","price":528.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0486\/0366\/0445\/files\/t-136_2.jpg?v=1785805037","url":"https:\/\/osara.com.au\/products\/kutani-ware-paint-03082602-0pqc","provider":"Osara Australia","version":"1.0","type":"link"}