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From the Sculptor's Hand: Yoshimasa Tsuchiya's "Black Kitten" Art Plush
A Miniature Masterpiece of Shadow and Serenity
The third collaboration plush toy between sculptor Yoshimasa Tsuchiya and LAMMFROMM is the Black Kitten, a figure traditionally beloved in Japan as a "Lucky Cat," a ward against evil, and a symbol of prosperity.
★ Message from Yoshimasa Tsuchiya ★
I usually create works depicting white creatures. Occasionally, I feel a mischievous urge to create a black work. This Black Kitten was born from that perverse feeling, but when it emerged as a plush toy, it turned out to be a surprisingly honest-looking kitten. Please cherish it.
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Crafted Mysticism & Deep Blue Eyes
This third installment in the Tsuchiya x LAMMFROMM kitten series features the Black Kitten, which has been cherished in Japan since the Heian period as a source of good fortune. Like the popular first "Kitten Plush," it possesses the same slender form and long, curled tail, appearing almost like its twin.
The sophisticated, smooth black coat is irresistibly soft to the touch and evokes a sense of mysticism, as if the kitten has quietly emerged from the deep, still darkness of the night.
The biggest charm of this Black Kitten plush is its custom-designed eyes. Tsuchiya-san himself selected a special blue for the irises. The deep, clear blue hue perfectly complements the kitten's slightly wistful expression, possessing an undeniably mystical gaze that embodies the power and enigmatic beauty of Tsuchiya's sculpture work.
Your Personal Lucky Charm
LAMMFROMM proudly presents this premium, artistic plush toy, the Black Kitten. More than just enjoying the profound world of Yoshimasa Tsuchiya's art, this kitten will become a small companion in your daily life—your very own "Lucky Cat" that watches over you and attracts good fortune.
[About Yoshimasa Tsuchiya]
Yoshimasa Tsuchiya studied sculpture at Tokyo University of the Arts before completing a doctoral programme in conservation and restoration sculpture at its graduate school. He is now an up-and-coming Japanese sculptor whose wood carvings, employing traditional Buddhist sculpture techniques and featuring motifs ranging from real animals to mythical and imaginary creatures, have garnered significant attention both domestically and internationally in recent years. Key characteristics of Tsuchiya's work include crystal eyes, delicate, watercolour-like pale colouring, and an overall aura of ephemerality and gentleness. His sculptures possess an undeniable beauty that captivates the viewer. He is undoubtedly a contemporary sculptor whose global prominence will continue to grow.