Buddha — Gassho Cat Yellow is a small, hand-carved wooden figure: a seated cat with paws pressed together in gassho, finished in a soft yellow robe.
Carved from Kiso Hinoki (Japanese cypress), it has a fine grain and a light, warm feel in the hand—an understated piece that sits comfortably on a shelf, desk, or bedside table.
About this piece
This statue is carved by a Busshi (Buddhist sculptor) in Japan using traditional wood-carving methods, shaped from Kiso Hinoki and finished with a yellow-painted robe. The model follows a contemporary workshop design that adapts the established gassho pose—hands together—into a cat form, a format often commissioned as a gentle, approachable devotional object and as a crafted keepsake. Each piece is made individually rather than mass-produced, with the sculptor completing the carving and finish by hand.
Cultural note
In Japan, small Buddhist images are commonly kept in the home as quiet objects of remembrance and reflection, approached with a respectful, settled attitude rather than as decoration alone. The gassho gesture is widely recognized as a simple act of reverence and gratitude; in this playful cat form, it keeps that familiar posture while softening the presentation. Many people place such figures in a clean, calm spot, avoid placing them directly on the floor, and handle them with care—ideally with clean hands—treating the image as something to be greeted and put away thoughtfully.
Details
- Size: 72(H) × 55(W) × 55(D) mm; Weight: 28 g
- Material: Kiso Hinoki (Japanese cypress)
- Origin: Made in Japan
Placement & care
- Place on a stable, clean surface such as a shelf, desk, or bedside table.
- If possible, set it slightly elevated (on a small tray or cloth) rather than directly on the floor.
- Keep away from direct sunlight, high heat, and humidity to help preserve the wood and finish.
- Dust gently with a soft, dry cloth; avoid water and chemical cleaners.
Shipping timeline
- Made to order by a Busshi; production takes approximately 6 months before it is ready to ship.
