There’s something quietly powerful about handcrafted figurines like this one. No grand signature, no glitzy glaze — just honest form, gentle detail, and the kind of soulful expression that feels both universal and personal.
Made in Japan in the 1970s by UCTCI (United Ceramic Tile Company International), this ceramic figure reflects the handmade movement of the time — a shift away from mass production toward artistry, simplicity, and warmth. UCTCI ceramics were often designed for export to the U.S. and appealed to the California aesthetic of the day: earthy, soulful, and easy to live with.
 
Her softly speckled green glaze, natural clay tones, and calm posture evoke a kind of wabi-sabi serenity. There’s humility in her design — but also a quiet presence that makes her more than just decor.
 
Style her as a punctuation mark in your collected corner. She layers beautifully with rustic baskets, sleek studio pottery, neutral linens, and vintage woods. Whether you lean coastal, Japandi, boho, or California casual, she belongs — not as a centerpiece, but as the kind of thoughtful accent that makes the whole story feel more human.
 
She's about 5" tall and appx. 3.5" wide at the widest point.