Seated on an anvil, eyes forward, completely unbothered.
This tiny brass frog sits in a composed, upright pose — legs folded, back straight, the kind of stillness that takes practice. Cast in brass and finished in oxidised black, it’s compact enough to perch on the flat face of a miniature anvil or sit on a bookshelf corner, weighty enough at 28 grams to feel deliberate in hand.
The anvil is one of the oldest symbols of craft, patience, and endurance — the object that holds steady while everything else strikes against it. The frog, in Japanese tradition (蛙, kaeru), represents good fortune and safe return. Together they make an unlikely but completely coherent pairing: stillness and strength, patience and presence.
In Zen aesthetics, the meditating frog is an image of complete awareness: small, still, and entirely at ease with where it is. This one has simply chosen the most solid seat available.
It sits well on a moss base, beside a keyboard, or on a narrow shelf edge. A considered gift for anyone who appreciates objects with a sense of humour and a sense of calm.
Specifications
- Material: Brass
- Finish: Oxidised black
- Dimensions: 27mm L × 15mm W × 32mm H
- Weight: 28g
Caring for Your Brass
The oxidised finish develops character with handling. Wipe occasionally with a soft dry cloth to remove dust. Avoid prolonged moisture or harsh chemicals, which may affect the surface finish.
Cast by hand in small batches, each piece carries its own subtle character.
