Cheese Plate & Salad Dish
SIAMESE LUCKY CAT: Auspicious Felines in Benjarong Porcelain Reviving the lost narratives of Siamese auspicious cats through the ceremonial language of Benjarong ware.
The imagery derives from illustrations of seventeen auspicious Siamese cat breeds recorded in traditional Thai folding manuscripts. The motifs are rendered using the Benjarong overglaze enamel technique, in which each color is applied and kiln-fired separately, producing luminous layered surfaces.
In Thai belief, certain cats symbolize prosperity, protection, and good fortune. Benjarong porcelain was historically crafted as refined royal gifts. By combining auspicious feline imagery with this prestigious ceramic tradition, the plate communicates blessing and respect in a form accessible to international audiences.
Materials & Techniques:
Ceramic with hand-painted Benjarong overglaze enamel technique
Measurements:
Diameter 31 × Height 3 cm