Large sculpture of a standing bear by Hikari Masuda from June 2026.

This adorable sentinel features a see-through heart-shaped cutout, and is finished in a matte white glaze and is wearing a jolly blue vest with red dots.

This is one of two "cutout heart" standing bears from this series - sold individually but best friends as a duo.

dimensions
height: 48.5cm
width: 26.5cm 
depth: 24cm
base: 19 x 22.5cm
weight: 6.035kg

Nb. this work is handmade and measurements are approximate.

Handbuilt ceramic sculpture.
Handmade in Japan.

See our complete collection by Hikari Masuda.

Hikari Masuda is a ceramicist based in Tokoname - recognised as one of Japan's six ancient kilns with a ceramic history reaching back more than 1000 years. 

Masuda's joyful, playful work is rich in vivid folkloric depictions of animals and mythical creatures, drawn from both Japanese and western traditions. Her restless, masterful making incorporates myriad forms and glazes, producing a dazzling array of work that's attracted a passionate following in Japan and Australia. 

She is stocked exclusively by The DEA Store in Australia and her highly sort after work never stays for long on our shelves!

Read more about Hikari Masuda.