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Woodfired ceramic miniature sculpture of a varan (lizard) for your tea ceremony Gongfucha for good luck

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This ceramic miniature sculpture of a monitor lizard ( varan) was fired in a unique kiln (the only one in Portugal). SASUKENEI is a smokeless wood-fired ceramic kiln designed and built by Japanese master ceramicist Masakazu Kusakabe in 2015 in the village of Cerdeira, Portugal. It's unique dual-chamber design with a large chimney ensures efficient combustion, low smoke levels and rapid temperature attainment of up to 1300 degrees Celsius (24-36 hours), and creates particularly dramatic wood ash firing and glaze effects on finished pieces.

 In Egyptian and Greek symbolism, the varan signified wisdom and good luck. Hope this handmade miniature ceramic varan sculpture will also bring you the joy of owning it. It will look great in your tea space as a tea pet for your Gong fu Cha tea ceremony , you can also water it with tea.

Varan figurine is 0.67 in high, 2.05 in long, body width 1.34 in.


Please note that the color rendering of the sculpture on your screen will be different from the actual color of the figurine. The ceramic artwork is not afraid of boiling water, it is hard as a rock, but it may break if dropped. When pouring tea, especially dark teas, the tea pet will absorb the tea and gradually change it's color. Please do not give to children as a toy.

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This is one of my favorite work from Terracotta GRYF. I will cherish this cute fox! Also the order was sent really nicely all wrapped up snuggly.
Jonathan 09/16/2025, 03:42
Wonderful creations and fast shipping to the U.S. Highly recommended.
Doug S. 09/25/2023, 07:53
I discovered GRYF through a comment on r/tea, and went on to buy two figurines that resonated with me. Igor is a consummate artist whose work appears old and new, elegant and rustic at the same time. A true scholar's object for my tea table.
ek k 09/26/2022, 14:22
My second purchase of handmade figurines by terracotta gryf. It's always wonderful and detailed work. And top quality. Made and packed with care and love.
Jacqueline 08/01/2022, 09:36
Igor's pieces are full of character and soul. His Running Rhino is my second tea pet from him, and just like the first, the figurine was shipped very quickly and safely, accompanied by a small rolled painting to match. These tea pets are fine art made by a conscientious man and reliable seller. Thank you, Igor.
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Wow! A customized meerkat just for my team I could not be more pleased with the details and care that you made my tea pet. 1000 thank yous!!!
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