- Nerikomi
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Spotted Nerikomi Ceramic Dog Figurine
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- The stretch pose: instantly recognisable to anyone who has lived with a dog
- Spots through the clay, so they stay for the life of the piece
- Long and low, so it fits where a standing figure would not
- Every dog spotted differently, because the clay is cut by hand
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 comically long, low dog covered in charcoal spots, front paws down and rear end up in a mid-stretch.
The proportions are the joke, and the joke is intentional: a very long, very low dog frozen mid-stretch, front paws down, rear end up, the pose every dog does first thing in the morning. The charcoal spots are nerikomi, laid into the clay before the dog was formed rather than painted on afterwards, so they fall differently on every one. Eighteen centimetres of shelf, and it makes people smile before they have asked what it is.
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
9 cm tall and 18 cm wide.
Outline for scale, not the exact form
- Dimensions
- H 9 cm X W 18 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.
Deliberately ridiculous
The proportions are the joke, and the joke is intentional: a very long, very low dog frozen mid-stretch, front paws down, rear end up, the pose every dog does first thing in the morning. The charcoal spots are nerikomi, laid into the clay before the dog was formed rather than painted on afterwards, so they fall differently on every one. Eighteen centimetres of shelf, and it makes people smile before they have asked what it is.
MORE TO LOVE
Pairs well with
The craft behind the piece
Deliberately ridiculous
The proportions are the joke, and the joke is intentional: a very long, very low dog frozen mid-stretch, front paws down, rear end up, the pose every dog does first thing in the morning. The charcoal spots are nerikomi, laid into the clay before the dog was formed rather than painted on afterwards, so they fall differently on every one. Eighteen centimetres of shelf, and it makes people smile before they have asked what it is.
Mood match
One piece. Two moods.
Customer reviews
4.6/ 5
Based on 18 reviews
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Great product
Fits perfectly in the little niche next to our TV. Totally worth it.
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Great product
Spots go all the way through the clay, so cool! Reached Mumbai quick, everyone picks it up.
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Great product
Happy with it overall. Took a couple of days longer than shown at checkout.
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Great product
So happy with this little spotted pup. Sits on my study table now
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Great product
Came quickly and the product is lovely. My daughter has already named him Bindu 😄
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Decent
Cute dog and lovely nerikomi spots, but one ear came with a tiny chip. Needed better packing.
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Great product
Favourite thing on the shelf, reached Surat in 3 days. Just a little smaller than I imagined.
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Great product
Elegant on my bookshelf and smooth in the hand, but smaller than the photos.
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Great product
Super happy with this!! The spots are so cute up close.
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Great product
Gifted to my dog-crazy friend and she loved it. Sits perfectly on her window sill.
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Great product
Beautiful little piece, fits perfectly on my study table next to the lamp.
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Great product
Love the design. Spots are random, mine has fewer on the face.
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Great product
the finish is so smooth, almost silky to touch. love it
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Great product
Gifted it to a dog-crazy friend for her housewarming and she loved it. Came nicely boxed.
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Great product
finish is flawless. better than i expected
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Great product
Solid ceramic, feels well made. Recommend.
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Great product
Spots are in the clay, not painted. Husband thought it was from a gallery. Wish it was bigger.
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Great product
Quick delivery. Cute little dog 🐶 spots are so neat
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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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