Fine Art Ceramics

 Zodiac Signs - a unique birthday present, the author's work from polyceramics. Unique author's project of 12 figurines depicting images of inspired children who, in meditation, rise above the symbolic image of their Zodiac Sign. Sculpture 3D made of polyceramics. A great gift for any joyful occasion: - Birthday; - celebration of a unique memorable date; - an exceptional event in life; - celebration of the anniversary; - achieving common success; -to cheer up a close and beloved person. The Signs of the Zodiac series ( 12 sculptures -600 $): Taurus, 15x8x4 Libra, 15x9x5 Sagittarius, 15x9x5 Aries, 15x9x5 Pisces, 15x8x4.5 Scorpio, 15x10x4.5 Capricorn, 15x8x4.5 Cancer, 15x7.5x6 Gemini, 15x7x4.5 Aquarius, 14.5x9.5x9 Lion, 15x8x4.5 Virgo, 15x10x5.5

Castle-candlestick 2. Hendmade, ceramics, double firing. It is used as a decor in the interior and as a candlestick. Height 25 cm. Author - Ruslana Nazarenko.

A house with two towers in the Italian style. Hendmade, ceramics, double firing. It is used as a decor in the interior and as a candlestick. Vrekhota 25 cm. Author - Ruslana Nazarenko.

A house - sub- outskirt in the Italian style. Hendmade, ceramics, double firing. It is used as a decor in the interior and as a candlestick. Vrekhota 15 cm. Author - Ruslana Nazarenko.

man candlestick, ceramics, handmade, glaze. 12cm.

House-candlestick. Hendmade, ceramics, double firing. It is used as a decor in the interior and as a candlestick. Height 25 cm. Author - Ruslana Nazarenko.

Tapir figurine 5 cm high, 4.4 cm wide. Made entirely of natural clay.  After Tapir was fired in a kiln at 1090 degrees Celsius. Now he is not afraid of boiling water, but remains fragile (please do not give to children as a toy). The figurine is painted entirely by hand with a brush.  At the same time, the tapir has wool, which is felt when stroking, the eyes and mouth are highlighted.  Very detailed figurine.  In addition, the tapir loves to drink tea and will become your worthy friend in your tea ceremony. It is a wonderful tea pet, unique desk decor and amazing gift. Tapirs are very sweet and kind animals.  In Asia, this cute animals have been given the nickname "dream eater" because of their proboscis.  It is believed that tapirs eat bad dreams, and figurines with their images bring peace and good luck. Thank you for visiting the store. Sincerely, Igor - the creator of the figurines.

Figure height 5.5 cm, width ( front view) 4 cm. This mini sculpture I called Meditative character. Very unusual and interesting, such a man-animal for me symbolizes the unity of the world of man and animals, their peaceful coexistence.  The figurine is made of natural Chinese clay used to create the famous gongfu teapots. After firing in a wood-fired kiln it took an interesting unique color and became like a stone. When lightly tapping on the figurine, it produces a specific ringing sound inherent in metal products. This type of clay is not intended for creating small, detailed sculptures, as it contains many large scribbles. But I managed to create a unique detailed piece. The color in reality may differ from the color on your monitor. He is a perfect addition to your tea ceremony Gongfu Cha, as the figurine is not afraid of boiling water. But be careful - do not drop this mini sculpture, it is fragile, and do not give it to children as a toy.

Figure height 6.5 cm, width ( front view) 4.5 cm. Monks scrutinize magical energy, which in most monastic traditions is called chi. This energy is a component part of the magic that permeates the multiverse, more specifically, the part that flows through the bodies of the living. Monks have learned to control the energy flowing through their bodies, enhancing their physical abilities. Monks are also very wise. I like to make monk figurines. The Monk figurine is made of natural clay. The color in reality may differ from the color on your monitor. He is a perfect addition to your tea ceremony, as the figurine is not afraid of boiling water. If you will often water with dark tea it may darken, get a different shade. And be careful - do not drop this mini sculpture, it is fragile, and do not give it to children as a toy.

House-candlestick 2. Hendmade, ceramics, double firing. It is used as a decor in the interior and as a candlestick. Height 20 cm. Author - Ruslana Nazarenko.

The tower-sub-signs Hendmade, ceramics, double firing. It is used as a decor in the interior and as a candlestick. Height 25 cm. Author - Ruslana Nazarenko.

Hare (rabbit) height 1.46 in, length 3.23 in. This ceramic Hare has minimalistic body shape but well- detailed head,  minimum of black glossy ceramic food glaze that highlights only slightly sketched areas of wool. You get a unique product worthy of the most refined taste!  Personally, to me, the Hare is one of the most iconic products. I can stare at it for hours at a tea ceremony. Feeling Hare in your hands, immerse yourself in thoughts. It harmonizes perfectly in any setting. I’d like to give it to person with similar metaphysics. All our products are copyrighted. They are and will be in a single copy. Each product has meaning and philosophy. But if you want, you can give it your own personal history and name. The products are made of Ukrainian clay but using a small amount of Spanish clay. I use angob and high-quality glaze to finish the figures. Clay is burned twice at 960 and 1080 degrees Celsius in an electric kiln designed for firing ceramic products. Clay and glazes are led free and food safe.

Diameter: 14,5cm Molds are cast in earthenware, fired at 850C, glazed with white glaze and fired at 1050C second time. Could have a little wobble but you can fix it with rubber bumpers or put it on napkin.

Boy height 2.13 in, width 1.50 in. A smiling Chinese boy with a sacred fish in his hands is one of the sweetest sculptures of my creative workshop. In Chinese and Japanese everyday life the figurines of children, especially boys, have a large and pronounced symbolism. Netsuke Karako (a Chinese little boy) is the wish of a male heir who would occupy a high social position and thus will bring prosperity to the family. Karako is considered a benevolent symbol, bringing happiness, luck and well-being. In addition to this, the joyful boy is depicted with the sacred fish Tai, which on its tail brings happiness. The baby and the fish are made of red terracotta clay, covered with black glaze. The glaze did not color the figure but only emphasized the lines. The boy’s robe is covered with bright yellow-orange glaze. In front of you is a very beautiful original product. This figurine will be a beautiful gift with wishes for happiness, harmony, well-being and a speedy replenishment in the family. This is unique lucky tea pet for Gongfu tea, birthday gift. All our products are copyrighted. They are and will be in a single copy. Each product has meaning and philosophy. But if you want, you can give it your own personal history and name. The products are made of Ukrainian clay but using a small amount of Spanish clay. I use engobe and high-quality glaze to finish the figures. Clay is burned twice at 960 and 1080 degrees Celsius in an electric kiln designed for firing ceramic products. Clay and glazes are led free and food safe.  

The height of the cat 1.97 in, width (front view) 1.46 in, width (side view) 1.26 in. In the workshop Terracotta GRYF, there are mostly serious works. I wanted to create something unusual and fun. And so it turned out to be a cartoon cat. When I look at him, my mood immediately rises. I hope you will have the same reaction when you see this cat. This figurine will look great on a table, on a bookshelf or on a tea tray as a tea figurine. The cat is made of black and white clay, painted with engobe. The coat and details are slightly accentuated with black glaze. Natural and safe materials are used for the figure. When shipped, it will be well packed in a branded box. A little about caring for the product - the cat is fragile, so do not give it to children as a toy. The cat figurine is not afraid of water, but does not need to be washed in the dishwasher. Thanks for your interest in my figurines. And thank you for your purchase (I hope you did it). Nice to see you in the workshop Terracotta GRYF. If you have any questions or suggestions, I will be happy to answer.  

The height of the cat is 2 cm, length is 6 cm. The height of the bag is 1.5 cm, the length is 5.5 cm. Two miniature figures form one composition. The rat thinks the rice bag is her find. But the cat thinks differently. An unusual presentation of the eternal chase of a cat for a rat. This handmade figurines are made of clay. They were fired in an electric kiln at 1040 degrees Celsius. This miniature sculptures are not afraid of water. Therefore, they can be watered with tea during the tea ceremony. But the figurines are fragile. Please do not give it to children as a toy. These unique one-of-a-kind mini figurines are perfect as a tea pet, as a birthday gift, mothers day gift, housewarming gift, zodiac gift or home desk décor. Best wishes, Igor (author and creator of the figurines).

Ceramic dish, measuring 19 cm in diameter (7.5 inches) with hand-painted ceramic glazes. This plate is a classic size for dinner. A series of ceramic tableware with hand-painted - spring birds design from Jane and Mery pottery and glass.

Monk height 2.56 in, width 1.85 in. In this product the features of monastic life are perfectly represented. Great in small. The ability to say as much as possible while showing as little as possible. This is a Buddhist monk in a Zen pose. He is immersed in meditation and nothing can hinder him. In life, there is often not enough silence, tranquility. Looking at the monk, you feel peace and there is no need to rush anywhere. The Monk is suitable for the gift for emotionally balanced person or who aspires to this condition. Will decorate your house giving strength. This is unusual tea pet for your Gongfu tea. The product is made of two types of clay: black and white. The goal was to maximize the monk’s image with natural components. It turned out to be the perfect shape: a detailed face, well-defined folds of the monk's clothes. All our products are copyrighted. They are and will be in a single copy. Each product has meaning and philosophy. But if you want, you can give it your own personal history and name. The products are made of Ukrainian clay but using a small amount of Spanish clay. I use engobe and high-quality glaze to finish the figures. Clay is burned twice at 960 and 1080 degrees Celsius in an electric kiln designed for firing ceramic products. Clay and glazes are led free and food safe.  

Ceramic bowl diameter 2.95 -3.15 inches, height 2.28 inches, capacity 80 ml. The frog is a harbinger of spring rains and the awakening of nature.  I call this bowl the HEATER OF HEAT. When, after hibernation, the frog woke up, climbed a tree in search of the warm rays of the sun to warm up. Outside, the bowl has a wood texture. It seems that the frog is sitting on a tree and striving to reach its top. Inside, the color of the wood is the same, but here the glaze has laid down so that it reminds me of the sun ( seen in the photo). The bowl and the frog are made of clay. They are covered with engobe and food glaze. Food safe. The bowl is very tactilely textured, but the frog is smooth. This is a great option for unity with nature and admiring an unusual bowl with its inhabitant. I am sure that lovers of beauty will appreciate it.  The bowl will be carefully packed and safely shipped in the original box. Thanks for your interest in the figurines. Please, feel free to ask me any questions about the item and contact me to see more close up pics of any details you want. Best regards, Igor (author and creator of the products of the Terracotta GRYF workshop).    

Figure height 2.17 in, width (front view) 2.00 in. I like music. While listening to the next track, I thought: "I need to try to make an unusual beatmaker." A few days later, the idea came true. Before you is a forest beatmaker Hare. He stuffs the beats on a classic drum machine. Such a figurine is the only one in the world, I have not seen any analogues. I am very happy with the result. Unfortunately, only a connoisseur will be able to understand the figure and appreciate it. DJ Hare wears a Japanese haori shirt with an embroidered Hotei logo on the back. On the head is a trendy bini. The beatmaker is holding a drum machine. The figurine will be a cool gift for a composer, arranger, DJ, record producer. It is also an unusual tea pet for lovers of the gongfu tea ceremony. The hare is made of clay, covered with engobe and the details are highlighted with black glaze. All materials from which the figurine is made are natural and safe. The product is not afraid of water, but it does not need to be washed in the dishwasher. The hare is very cute and cool, but fragile. The hare figurine will be well packed in a designer box. You will also receive a product passport as a gift (a sketch of a hare drawn by me).  Thank you for your interest in my products. I will be glad to see you again in the Terracotta GRYF workshop. Best wishes, Igor (author and craftsman).

Size:12x13,5cm Hand built dish, fired at 850C, glazed with brush   and fired at 1050C second time.

I present to your attention a very unusual and lively figurine LIZARD - WANDERER.  He has a very expressive look.  When I look at the Lizard, it is like a living thing for me, looks back and waits for my question.  I think you will have the same impression when you hold it in your hands. Small figurine 50 mm high, 40 mm wide.  Fits perfectly and looks great in any space.  The Lizard can be used as a tea figurine (tea pet ) in gongfu cha tea cremony, it is not afraid of boiling water, but it is fragile. The figurine has a small dent on the back (see photo). I will carefully pack the Lizard for you when shipping.  Also as a gift I will put a drawing of the Lizard in ink on rice paper. With the best wishes Igor.

Height: 14cm Diametr:15cm Diametr of rim: 8cm Handbuild of grog clay, fired at 850C, glazed with pulverizer to create smooth gradient and fired at 1050C second time. Crackle glaze . Not glazed inside. Watertight

Size:12x13cm Hand built dish, fired at 850C, glazed with brush   and fired at 1050C second time. And 3d time at 760C with gold.