Handmade Rubber Stamp art set ( Cat & Snake ) by Norio Hanko
14.8 × 10 mm 0.6 × 0.39 in.
Cat ( Print )：”The maneki-neko," is a traditional Japanese figurine believed to bring good luck and prosperity. It typically depicts a cat with one paw raised in a beckoning gesture. These figurines are often found in shops, restaurants, and homes, with different colors and paw positions symbolizing various forms of fortune, such as wealth, happiness, or protection.
Snake ( Rubber Stamp )：2025, Next year’s zodiac animal, the Snake (*Hebi* in Japanese), is a symbol of wisdom, intuition, and transformation in the Japanese zodiac. People born in the Year of the Snake are often thought to be deep thinkers, calm, and elegant. The Snake is also associated with good fortune and prosperity in Japanese culture.
* Snake images come in assorted colors
About the artist
Norio studied traditional Japanese painting at a university in Kyoto before debuting. She has been creating hand-carved rubber stamp art since 2005. Her work is characterized by a warm, storybook-like style and a nostalgic use of colors that evoke a sense of comfort and familiarity.
Rubber stamps (*gomu hanko* in Japanese) are handmade stamps carved from rubber, often used to create unique and expressive designs. This art form combines craftsmanship and creativity, as each stamp is individually crafted, allowing for intricate details and personal touches. Rubber stamp artists bring life to their creations by transforming simple materials into vibrant works of art, often used for stationery, decorations, or prints.
14.8 × 10 mm 0.6 × 0.39 in.
Cat ( Print )：”The maneki-neko," is a traditional Japanese figurine believed to bring good luck and prosperity. It typically depicts a cat with one paw raised in a beckoning gesture. These figurines are often found in shops, restaurants, and homes, with different colors and paw positions symbolizing various forms of fortune, such as wealth, happiness, or protection.
Snake ( Rubber Stamp )：2025, Next year’s zodiac animal, the Snake (*Hebi* in Japanese), is a symbol of wisdom, intuition, and transformation in the Japanese zodiac. People born in the Year of the Snake are often thought to be deep thinkers, calm, and elegant. The Snake is also associated with good fortune and prosperity in Japanese culture.
* Snake images come in assorted colors
About the artist
Norio studied traditional Japanese painting at a university in Kyoto before debuting. She has been creating hand-carved rubber stamp art since 2005. Her work is characterized by a warm, storybook-like style and a nostalgic use of colors that evoke a sense of comfort and familiarity.
Rubber stamps (*gomu hanko* in Japanese) are handmade stamps carved from rubber, often used to create unique and expressive designs. This art form combines craftsmanship and creativity, as each stamp is individually crafted, allowing for intricate details and personal touches. Rubber stamp artists bring life to their creations by transforming simple materials into vibrant works of art, often used for stationery, decorations, or prints.
14.8 × 10 mm 0.6 × 0.39 in.
Cat ( Print )：”The maneki-neko," is a traditional Japanese figurine believed to bring good luck and prosperity. It typically depicts a cat with one paw raised in a beckoning gesture. These figurines are often found in shops, restaurants, and homes, with different colors and paw positions symbolizing various forms of fortune, such as wealth, happiness, or protection.
Snake ( Rubber Stamp )：2025, Next year’s zodiac animal, the Snake (*Hebi* in Japanese), is a symbol of wisdom, intuition, and transformation in the Japanese zodiac. People born in the Year of the Snake are often thought to be deep thinkers, calm, and elegant. The Snake is also associated with good fortune and prosperity in Japanese culture.
* Snake images come in assorted colors
About the artist
Norio studied traditional Japanese painting at a university in Kyoto before debuting. She has been creating hand-carved rubber stamp art since 2005. Her work is characterized by a warm, storybook-like style and a nostalgic use of colors that evoke a sense of comfort and familiarity.
Rubber stamps (*gomu hanko* in Japanese) are handmade stamps carved from rubber, often used to create unique and expressive designs. This art form combines craftsmanship and creativity, as each stamp is individually crafted, allowing for intricate details and personal touches. Rubber stamp artists bring life to their creations by transforming simple materials into vibrant works of art, often used for stationery, decorations, or prints.
