- Nerikomi
Figurine · Nerikomi
Dariya Hippo Nerikomi Ceramic Figurine - Coral Commas
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- A grin you notice from across the room
- Coral commas through the clay, so they cannot chip or wear off
- Modelled by hand, ears and tail included
- The first of three Dariya hippos, each patterned differently
Last piece
Delivery and COD
- Dispatched in 1 to 3 business days, delivery is free
- Cash on delivery available on eligible orders, no fee
Delivery dates are estimates from our courier partners.
A stout stone-grey hippo with a navy saddle across its back, flecked all over with coral commas worked through the clay.
Dariya is Hindi for river, which is where a hippo would rather be. This one has settled for a shelf. Its navy saddle is scattered with coral commas, and because it is nerikomi the colour is in the clay itself, built before the body was modelled rather than painted on. Small upturned ears, a long satisfied grin and a curl of a tail at the back, all shaped by hand.
Nerikomi: the pattern is built through the clay before the piece is formed, and every piece is cut by hand, so no two are identical.
To scale
13 cm long, 5 cm wide and 9 cm tall.
Outline for scale, not the exact form
- Dimensions
- H 9 cm X W 13 cm X D 5 cm
- Material
- Ceramic
- Technique
- Nerikomi: coloured clays layered and sliced so the pattern runs through the body
- What is included
- 1 figurine
- Hand wash with a soft sponge and mild soap
- Not dishwasher safe
- Avoid sudden changes in temperature
- Avoid dropping or rough handling
- Small variations in glaze and form are part of the handmade process
How it is made
The pattern is built into the clay
- Coloured clays are layered and laminated before the piece is formed, so the pattern runs through the clay
- Every piece is cut and formed by hand from that clay, so the banding is different on each one
- A batch takes about two to three weeks, from layering the clay to the final firing
No two are identical.
Free delivery across India. We dispatch within 1 to 3 business days, and delivery takes another 3 to 7 business days. Cash on delivery is available on eligible orders.
Festive Sale: exchanges only, no returns.
Request a return within 7 days of delivery for unused items with tags and original packaging. Return pickup is free.
The river horse
Dariya is Hindi for river, which is where a hippo would rather be. This one has settled for a shelf. Its navy saddle is scattered with coral commas, and because it is nerikomi the colour is in the clay itself, built before the body was modelled rather than painted on. Small upturned ears, a long satisfied grin and a curl of a tail at the back, all shaped by hand.
MORE TO LOVE
Pairs well with
The craft behind the piece
The river horse
Dariya is Hindi for river, which is where a hippo would rather be. This one has settled for a shelf. Its navy saddle is scattered with coral commas, and because it is nerikomi the colour is in the clay itself, built before the body was modelled rather than painted on. Small upturned ears, a long satisfied grin and a curl of a tail at the back, all shaped by hand.
Mood match
One piece. Two moods.
FAQs
Is it dishwasher or microwave safe?
Our ceramics are microwave safe unless they have metal components attached to them. They are not dishwasher safe, so hand wash them with a soft sponge and mild soap.
Why does my piece look different from the photo?
Each piece is made and finished by hand, so glaze, pattern and shape vary a little from one piece to the next. That variation is part of the handmade process, not a flaw.
How do I stop it cracking?
Avoid sudden changes in temperature and handle it gently. Our journal guide to caring for handmade ceramics covers washing, stains and storage in more detail.
Can I use it for food and drink?
Yes. Our mugs, cups, plates, bowls and serving pieces are made for everyday food and drink. Planters, vases, figurines and hanging pieces are decorative and not meant for food.
What is nerikomi?
Nerikomi is a Japanese technique in which coloured clays are layered, pressed and sliced, so the pattern runs right through the clay rather than being painted on the surface. That is why no two pieces come out exactly alike.
How long does delivery take?
Orders are dispatched within 1 to 3 business days and then delivered in 3 to 7 business days. Orders placed after 2 PM IST are processed the next business day, and nothing is dispatched on weekends or public holidays.
Is delivery free, and where do you deliver?
Delivery is free on every order, with no minimum. We deliver to addresses in India only, and you can place the order from anywhere in the world.
Can I return it?
Festive Sale: exchanges only, no returns.
Yes, within 7 days of delivery, as long as it is unused and has its tags and original packaging. Request the return on our return request page. Return pickup is free.
Is cash on delivery available?
Yes, on eligible orders. We may call or WhatsApp you to confirm a cash on delivery order before it is dispatched.
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