Mythical Howo Above the Kiri - G.A. Audsley Phone Case

$48USD
About the Phone Case

Finishes

• Gloss for a lustrous statement
• Matte for velvety refinement

Reasons to Love Them

• Dual layer case offers extra protection for the accident prone — durable shatterproof outer layer, tight silicone inner layer for shock absorption
• HD print quality and finish
• Open access to ports/buttons
• Raised rim guards screen/camera
• Snaps on/off with ease
• Sublimated printing means the artwork on your case won't fade, crack or peel
• Certified non-toxic by REACH, RoHS and TÜV Rheinland

Production

• Printed locally in USA, UK, EU & AUS
• Made-to-order in 2-3 days on average

6 Month Warranty

Your new treasure comes with a 6 month warranty, protecting against any defects and faults that can be traced to its production. Meaning if your treasure develops a fault or defect due to its components or construction, you’ll get a replacement sent out free of charge — no surprise extras, no runaround.

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About the Artwork

A mythical Howo descends through gilded branches, its plumage catching light like burnished metal against obsidian ground. G.A. Audsley's Japanese phoenix spreads scaled wings of amber and rust red, each feather etched with the precision of Meiji-era decorative arts. The kiri tree offers its broad leaves in metallic gold, paulownia blossoms nodding beneath the creature's flight.

Orientalist fantasy merges with Art Nouveau sensibility here—exotic plumage rendered in umber undertones and ochre gleams. This is Japonisme luxury made portable, a moment of East Asian mythology frozen in gilded splendor. The bird's crested head turns, beak parted, as if to sing the silence of midnight gardens.

Every scale, every leaf vein speaks to Audsley's devotion to Japanese aesthetic principles. A functional object becomes a vessel for mythological bird imagery, carrying the weight of chinoiserie tradition into your hands. Dark ground absorbs shadow as gold elements catch illumination, creating chiaroscuro drama worthy of lacquerware masters.

Origin Story

George Ashdown Audsley (1838–1925) was a Scottish architect, artist, and writer renowned for his contributions to art and design. In partnership with his brother, William, he established the firm W. & G. Audsley, which designed notable Gothic Revival churches and eclectic synagogues in Liverpool and London.

Audsley was a prolific author, producing lavishly illustrated works on ornamentation and Japanese art, such as The Keramic Art of Japan (1875), co-authored with James Lord Bowes.

His expertise extended to pipe organ design; he conceived the organ for the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair, later installed as the Wanamaker Organ in Philadelphia.

Audsley's interdisciplinary talents significantly influenced both Western appreciation of Japanese aesthetics and advancements in architectural design.

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Livraison gratuite vers les États-Unis continentaux, Canada, le Royaume-Uni, l’UE, l’Australie, la Nouvelle-Zélande et plus encore : voir la liste complète ici.

2. Produit à la demande

Imprimé après votre achat dans des ateliers d’impression à travers les États-Unis, le Royaume-Uni, l’UE et l’Australie. Produit, contrôlé pour la qualité, emballé avec soin et confié à des transporteurs de confiance dans un délai moyen de 72 à 96 heures.

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États-Unis : 4-9 jours • Canada : 5-12 jours • Royaume-Uni : 4-9 jours • UE : 5-10 jours • Australie : 4-9 jours • Nouvelle-Zélande : 5-12 jours • Reste du monde : 3-4 semaines

4. Expédié avec amour

Emballé en toute sécurité pour les trajets mouvementés. Chaque colis est suivi du point A au point B jusqu’à vous. Expédié de manière neutre en carbone sans frais supplémentaires. Tranquillité d’esprit votre argent sert une bonne cause.

5. Retours sous 30 jours

Vous pouvez faire une demande de retour / échange dans les 30 jours suivant la livraison de votre commande. Tous les articles retournés doivent être renvoyés dans leur état d’origine, avec leur emballage d’origine inclus. Aucun retour, remboursement ou échange sur les articles remisés ou en promotion. Lisez le processus de retour étape par étape.

  • Made-to-order in USA, UK, EU & AUS
  • Luxe art armor with a precise fit
  • HD printed artwork won't fade, crack or peel
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A fortress disguised as art. Outer layer made from specialist impact-resistant plastic, which is extremely strong and lightweight. Black silicone inner layer gives additional shock absorption.

Made-to-order
Printed at labs across the USA, UK, EU & AUS after your purchase. Ensuring your new treasure gets produced as close to you as possible.
Certified non-toxic
REACH, RoHS and TÜV Rheinland certified. So your new treasure contains no harmful chemicals or hazardous substances.

Tailored to Your Device

Chic and shatterproof

Easy access to buttons and clear, open ports for connectivity. Plus a raised rim guard for your screen & camera.

Art sealed in
Vivid, permanent, full-coverage print infused into the outer layer with a sublimation dye process. Meaning your art won't fade, crack or peel.
Wraparound magic
High-quality colour print which is fully 3D wrapped around the entire body of the case; covering all corners, sides and edges equally

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