Handmade ceramic figurine with a stand. This is a figurine of the snake, the Chinese zodiac animal for next year. It is shaped like the kanji "巳" (mi), which represents the snake. Each piece is handcrafted from scratch, shaped by hand, dried, then bisque-fired at approximately 700 degrees Celsius, glazed, and finally fired at 1240 degrees Celsius. ⚪︎Size Snake: Approximately 2.5cm high x 4.5cm wide x 6.5cm deep Stand: Approximately 9cm x 9cm x 2cm It will be wrapped in bubble wrap and shipped via Takkyubin Compact. Recycled paper will be used to fill the space in the box. Individual sales are not available. Gift wrapping is not offered. Each piece is unique. Custom orders are not accepted. Price negotiations and holds are not available. Thank you for your understanding. As this is a handmade item, please refrain from purchasing if you are sensitive to imperfections or seek perfection. ★The appearance of the glaze, the pressure and angle of the brushstrokes, all vary depending on the timing, creating unique expressions and character. In some cases, there may be variations in the color density of the glaze, color fading, or air bubbles, which are part of the charm of ceramics. Please understand that we cannot accept claims, returns, or exchanges based on these factors. Additionally, some pieces may have crack patterns on the surface. This is called "nyunyu" (crazing) and is caused by the difference in shrinkage rates between the glaze and the clay body during cooling after firing. This is different from cracks or damage that would cause the piece to break. #handmade #handmade #Year7ofReiwa #ChineseZodiac #figurine #interior #pottery #snake #mi