Kutani Ware 5.5-Size Maneki-Neko Beckoning Cat with Gold-Painted Calico from Japan

Kutani ware has a unique aesthetic sense that remains valuable even after hundreds of years. The designs, which skillfully use the five colors of red, green, yellow, purple, and deep blue, are beautifully painted with brushwork, ranging from flowers, birds, the moon, and landscapes to people and innovative geometric patterns. Also noteworthy is the high level of skill in turning the potter's wheel. Kutani ware is filled with masterpieces that show off the skills of its artists.