九谷焼指ぬき No.25

Kutani Thimble is a beautiful thimble made of Kutani ware, a traditional craft. This piece features a delicate floral pattern painted with an extremely fine brush. The top and bottom of the thimble are adorned with gold brocade.

Why not subtly display it in a small space or on a shelf in your home?

【What is a Thimble?】

A thimble is originally a practical item used in crafts such as embroidery to protect the fingertips from needles.
It is a small tool, approximately 3cm in size, that fits perfectly on the fingertip.

【History of Thimbles】

Thimbles have been used all over the world since ancient times, gradually becoming more decorative with an increasing number of beautiful designs, and are now popular as collector's items.

Materials also vary by country:

• Steel in Europe and America,

• Leather in Korea,

• And in Japan, those made of thread, like "Kaga Sashinuki," are representative.

And the Kutani Thimble is made of Kutani ware pottery, a traditional craft that has continued since the Edo period.

【What is Kutani Ware?】

Kutani ware (Kutani-yaki) is one of Japan's representative ceramic wares, originating in the Kaga domain during the early Edo period.
Its most distinctive feature is its vibrant and delicate painted designs, known as "etsuke," which are highly acclaimed worldwide.

【Features of Kutani Thimble】

I'm sure many of you have various ceramics as tableware or interior decorations in your homes.
If you are looking for beautiful ceramics that can be displayed as interior decor, please take a look at the Kutani Thimble.

This small thimble features over 100 types of painted designs.
It is handcrafted by 23 Kutani ware painting artisans, and traditional techniques include:

• Aka-e (red painting)

• Shiratsubu/Aotsubu (white/blue dots)

• Ao-de (blue style)

• Kinrande (gold brocade)

• Sometsuke (underglaze blue)

We also offer modern and lovely designs.

You can easily incorporate the charm of small, beautiful Kutani ware into spaces where it was previously difficult to display large plates, such as living rooms, entrances, washrooms, and bedside tables.

【About Kutani Ware Thimble Tassel】

There are also art pieces where this beautiful Kutani Thimble is incorporated into a tassel.
You can see the details of the work in the video below:

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🌸"Kutani Thimble," where tradition and modernity merge.
It is an exquisite piece that adds elegant color to any space just by displaying it.