Snow leopard and mountains ceramic mug. Handmade, one of a kind. Unique pottery

This mug is an ode to a Snow leopard. 

The stunning Snow Leopard can hunt in total darkness, sensing and seeing things that other creatures cannot. In the world of Spirit Animals, the Snow Leopard’s ability to sense and see through the darkened cloak of night represents sharp perception, intense awareness, and recognition of your surroundings and the opportunities therein. Snow Leopard bears three distinct colors – white for purity and Spirit, black for the enigmatic and enchanting, and brown – the hue of the Earth Element. Blended, the color symbolism of Snow Leopard signifies remaining well-grounded while exploring the mystical world and communing with the Divine.

The Nepalese People have stories of Lamas who could shapeshift into Snow Leopards. In this form, they sought essential curative herbs. Here Snow Leopard Medicine embraces transformation and the Healer’s arts. In this region, Snow Leopards protect crop fields that livestock would otherwise eat without a care.

Snow Leopards live in high mountains. These regions are sacred and pure, and they attract other Mountain Spirits. Here, Snow Leopard remains somewhat of a loner. The beast represents dynamic power, beauty, and the sharp edge of danger; this is why Shamans felt Snow Leopard a worthy Animal for traveling to and through otherworldly realms.

Snow leopards are extremely adapted to life in snowy, very cold, rocky environment. Every detail of the body is important for it's survival. Furry paws provide good grip on rocks and minimize heat loss, eyes are developed to see both in the darkness and way too bright conditions. 

Mug is completely handbuilt with stoneware. I painted with underglazes all details. Used three different glazes layered in certain way, so the colors change depending on the light and vary all over the mug. Ghosty just like the Snow Leopard. Fired twice.

Holds 300 ml - 10,2 oz

Painting is sealed with a ceramic sealer. All is waterproof and food safe. Please handle with care. Dishwasher safe but handwashing is the thing here.