Shiba Inu Ceramics Are an Adorable Alternative to Traditional Tableware

Ceramic Shiba Inus by Siro's Funny Animals

If you're crazy about Shiba Inus like the rest of the Internet, you may want to stop by the charming Etsy shop, Siro's Funny Animals. Run by Fukuoka-based Japanese artist Tetsuya Iseda, the store sells adorable animals handcrafted from clay. In addition to statuettes and figurines, Iseda has created a collection of ceramic Shiba Inus that delightfully double as tableware.

The adorable dog-inspired series of crockery includes cups (such as teacups and liquor cups), bowls, plates, jars, and more. Though simple table utensils, each pup-related piece is full of personality. All of the creations feature the gold and white coloring, curious black eyes, and perky ears characteristic of the Japanese dog breed. Some also have little legs, and a couple even come with cute curly cue tails. This attention to detail and focus on the unique, expressive nature of dogs is intrinsic to Iseda's practice, as “the face of a pug” first inspired him to create his signature ceramic animals.

As the artist crafts, glazes, and kiln-fires the pieces by hand, no two are alike, making each ceramic creature even more special. In addition to his ready-to-ship tableware and figurines, he also offers custom-made creations for a fee. Though, with his adorable series of Shiba Inu tableware available, who could ask for anything more?

You can see the entire collection of ceramic Shiba Inus—as well as other dog breeds, cats, and even a rogue rooster—on Siro's Funny Animals‘ Etsy page.

Ceramic Shiba Inus by Siro's Funny Animals

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Ceramic Shiba Inu Mugs by Siro's Funny Animals

Ceramic Shiba Inu Mug by Siro's Funny Animals

Ceramic Shiba Inus by Siro's Funny Animals

Ceramic Shiba Inus by Siro's Funny Animals

Ceramic Shiba Inus by Siro's Funny Animals

Ceramic Shiba Inus by Siro's Funny Animals

Ceramic Shiba Inus by Siro's Funny Animals

ceramic Shiba Inus Siro's Funny Animals tableware cute animals handmade

ceramic Shiba Inus Siro's Funny Animals tableware cute animals handmade

ceramic Shiba Inus Siro's Funny Animals tableware cute animals handmade

ceramic Shiba Inus Siro's Funny Animals tableware cute animals handmade

ceramic Shiba Inus Siro's Funny Animals tableware cute animals handmade

ceramic Shiba Inus Siro's Funny Animals tableware cute animals handmade

ceramic Shiba Inus Siro's Funny Animals tableware cute animals handmade

ceramic Shiba Inus Siro's Funny Animals tableware cute animals handmade

Siro's Funny Animals: Etsy
h/t: [Lost at E Minor]

All images via Siro's Funny Animals.

Kelly Richman-Abdou

Kelly Richman-Abdou is a Contributing Writer at My Modern Met. An art historian living in Paris, Kelly was born and raised in San Francisco and holds a BA in Art History from the University of San Francisco and an MA in Art and Museum Studies from Georgetown University. When she’s not writing, you can find Kelly wandering around Paris, whether she’s leading a tour (as a guide, she has been interviewed by BBC World News America and France 24) or simply taking a stroll with her husband and two tiny daughters.
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