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Seiryū — The Azure Dragon Art Frame
The Seiryū Art Frame is a work of profound cultural resonance, conceived exclusively for discerning collectors.
It represents a rare synthesis of Japan’s most revered symbolic iconography and the disciplined mastery of Kōbeigama, a kiln officially recognized as a Japanese National Treasure.
This is not an ornamental object, but a commissioned heirloom—one that embodies strength, protection, and enduring fortune through peerless ceramic craftsmanship.
Cultural Pedigree & Symbolic Authority
At the center of the composition is Seiryū, the celestial Azure Dragon—an eternal guardian associated with benevolence, abundance, and the harmonization of fortune.
The dragon is depicted in dynamic ascent above Mount Fuji, Japan’s enduring symbol of stability and spiritual power. This juxtaposition grounds the celestial force of Seiryū within the cultural and geographic heart of the nation, creating a composition that balances motion with permanence.
The relief is handcrafted by the master artisans of Kōbeigama, whose multi-generational expertise in form and glaze has been formally designated as national cultural heritage. Their signature ao-yū (deep blue) glaze imparts depth, movement, and a living presence to the dragon’s form.
Select areas of the landscape are finished with genuine gold leaf, applied to create a subtle yet radiant contrast. The gold responds gently to light, introducing dimensional richness without excess.
Craftsmanship, Materials & Preservation
Every element of the Seiryū Art Frame is executed to museum-quality standards.
The ceramic relief is housed within a finely constructed frame and protected by UV-filtering glass, ensuring long-term preservation of both glaze and gold detailing. The backing is composed of layered, high-grade Japanese textiles, chosen in place of paint to introduce depth, tactility, and understated refinement.
Together, these materials ensure the work’s permanence as a generational legacy—designed not only for display, but for preservation across time.
Commissioning & Availability
The Seiryū Art Frame is offered exclusively by custom order and is not available on the open market.
Each commission requires approximately three months to complete, allowing the artisans of Kōbeigama to work without compromise. This unhurried process is integral to the work’s integrity, rarity, and lasting cultural value.
