Fine Art Ceramics

The lazy ginger Cat figurine is 48mm long, 27mm high, made of natural clay and hand painted with a brush.  In my opinion personify cats, which in their free time like to lie down and purr. I adore gingers, they are very cute and playful, but with character.

The height of the figurine 2.60 in, the length of the horse 2.99 in. The figurine of a child on a horse is one-piece, made of clay, the shirt is covered with white food glaze. According to my idea, this is a figurine of a Chinese child on a wooden horse with a traditional Chinese pattern. I think it turned out very nice. Children love to ride horses, so I decided to make such an unusual miniature figure. A little about care - the figurine is not afraid of water, but it does not need to be washed in the dishwasher; it is fragile, so please do not give it to children as a toy. This figurine will be well packed in a designer box. You will also receive a product passport as a gift (a sketch 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).  

  This miniature pika figurine is only 26 mm high and 31 mm long. Pikas are small animals that look like hamsters, however, in reality they are close relatives of hares with short legs, rounded ears and tails that are completely invisible from the outside.   This is a truly unique figurine. It is made of natural clay, carefully drawn by hand with engobe. But the eyes are made of black clay and additionally stained with black engobe for greater clarity. This miniature sculpture will be a unique gift for a loved one. Also will please the lover of the tea ceremony as a tea figurine. The pika figurine is not afraid of boiling water, but it is fragile.   I can make a figure to order according to your sketch or I will make a sketch according to your wishes. If you have any questions or suggestions please write to me.   With the best wishes for health and good mood, Igor (the author and creator of the figurines).

We are glade to present you is one of the most expressive characters of our workshop. Gorilla height 2.52 in, width 2.17 in. The Gorilla is the king of the beasts. He is powerful and very detailed. Look close to him, take a look into his realistic dark brown pupils, curved eyebrows and black wool. This steadfast gaze… He’s about to talk to you. When you hold the Gorilla in your hands, you feel the powerful energy invested in it when I created it. You can look at the product for a long time and admire every little detail. Gorilla covered himself with the linen cape from the autumn cold and precipitation. He could not find anything else. According to the traditional views of the Chinese people, the monkey promises longevity and an increase in social status. Gorilla has artistic and aesthetic value. It will be an original, refined and stylish gift. It will bring a lot of positive emotions to the owner. This is amazing tea pet for your tea ceremony. Gorilla is made of two types of clay. The body is made of black Spanish clay. Gorilla is covered with a thin cape made of white clay with an unusual texture. Pupils highlighted by brown engobe. Packed in our branded box. 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. Thank you for your interest in my figurines and for reading to the end. Have a good mood. See you at the Terracotta GRYF store.

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).

A monk with a monkey is a one-piece figurine. Its height 2.83 in, width 1.42 in, depth 1.89 in. A monk is associated with peace, enlightenment and patience. The monkey is dexterous and agile. According to my idea, the monk was meditating and a monkey sat on his shoulders. She liked to sit like that, and although the monk was indignant, over time he got used to it and they became friends. For me it is a symbol of patience and friendship. The figurine is made of clay, covered with engobe and food safe glaze. Not afraid of water, but I do not recommend washing in a dishwasher. Very fragile and not a toy for children. Thanks for your interest in my figurines. Hopefully they will find their place on your tea tray, shelf or table.

The small Cat figurine is 25 mm tall and 45 mm long, made of natural clay, which is used to make teapots in China. After creation this mini Cat was fired in a wood kiln. Because of the fact that the fire from the back of the figure was more, respectively there became a darker color. Cat will look great on a tea tray. He is not afraid of boiling water and loves tea. But though the figurine is hard as a rock, it can shatter if dropped.

The figure of a praying monk is 52mm high and 42mm wide. Made of natural clay by hand. At first glance seems very simple, but in my understanding has a deep meaning and spirituality.

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.

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.

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

250ml (about 8oz) Height: 10cm Molds are cast in earthenware, fired at 850C, glazed   and fired at 1050C second time.

250ml (about 8oz) Height: 10cm Molds are cast in earthenware, fired at 850C, glazed   and fired at 1050C second time.

  A gecko with a stand is one piece. Figure length with stand 10 cm, width 5 cm. Gecko is one of my latest works made in Ukraine.  The figurine was fired in a wood-burning stove in Ukraine already during the war.   Geckos are reptiles that belong to the lizard family.  They are very small and come in a variety of colors and appearances.  We can find them on all continents of the world and they are not easy to spot due to their size. Geckos are very adaptable and can survive in a variety of environments, from rainforests to deserts.  Evolution has allowed them to become resistant to these harsh living conditions, as well as avoid being trapped by predators.    People who have a gecko totem are very smart and quick-witted. They can understand every situation they are in and this helps them take the next step.  You can never really guess what these people are thinking, and it's hard to get inside their heads.   This is a very unusual gift in a single copy for the whole world.  Even I can't repeat it.  The gecko will decorate your tea space and become a wonderful tea friend for you.

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).

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.  

It's figure of a young monk with a friend! Monk is dressed in warm clothes. Being in a balanced, peaceful state, he accepts the Tibetan potion made according to an ancient recipe - yak milk + strong Chinese tea +yak fat. A Buddhist monk is an example of virtue. He focuses on the main thing - moral self-improvement. This is going to be a beautiful symbol of your state of mind and a good fit in your life. It’s going to be your companion for the trip. In times of tension, may the Monk always be with you. A satellite and a friend of a monk is a bird sitting on his head. In this composition, two opposites, two lifes, are metaphorically expressed through images. One is a bird, symbolizing a constant worldly fuss in pursuit of the benefits of civilization. The second is a peaceful Monk with an ascetic monastic teapot. The bird learns from the Monk calm and balance. The figurine will be a great gift to people seeking peace.  It is made of two kinds of clay: a monk of terracotta, a bird of white. The garment is highlighted by a red glaze, which after firing gave a very beautiful and unique color. The individual elements are also covered with black glaze.

   Figurine 22 mm high, 83 mm long. The turtle is a symbol of heavenly protection, longevity and wisdom. It brings money.    The turtle figurine is made of white natural clay. Completely hand-painted with different colors of clay. The eyes and claws are underlined with engobe. It was fired in a kiln at 1040 degrees Celsius. Therefore, it is not afraid of boiling water and will keep you company in the tea ceremony. In the palms, when stroking, its pleasant shell texture, porous head and scaly paws are felt. On the belly of the turtle there is also a relief and well-painted shell. Extremely realistic and cute figurine.    I can make a figure to order according to your sketch or I will make a sketch according to your wishes. If you have any questions or suggestions please write to me.    With the best wishes for health and good mood, Igor (the author and creator of the figurines).

Size: 16x10cm 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.

Size:12x15cm Molds are cast in earthenware, fired at 850C, glazed with brush   and fired at 1050C second time.

Figure height 2.7 cm, length from nose to tail 7.1 cm. The figurine is made of natural clay. A detailed and interesting figure. The color in reality may differ from the color on your monitor. The Pig is 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, 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.

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).    

They say a ginger cat is good luck, especially a fat one. I wanted to make such a cool cat, but the price wasn't too steep. I hope you like the result. May it bring you luck and inspiration   The cat is made entirely by hand from natural clay, painted with a brush and fired in a kiln at 1050 degrees Celsius.  It is approximately 50mm high and 54mm wide.

The figure is 2.5 cm high, 7.5 cm long. This small figurine of a snow leopard is made of clay and painted by hand with engobe. Was fired in a kiln at 1040 degrees Celsius. Not afraid of water, but fragile. The figurine will not leave anyone indifferent. This snow leopard will decorate your tea space as a tea pet. It will look unusual on your table and will attract admiring glances from your friends.