Sparrow on a Branch - Kono Bairei Meiji Bird Phone Case

$48USD
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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

You'll cradle a slice of Meiji-era Japan in your palm with this phone case. Kōno Bairei's brushstrokes will transform your device into a portal of avian artistry. A gorgeous sparrow, feathers stippled in sienna and umber, perches amid a cascade of wisteria blooms. Delicate petals, rendered in gossamer grays and lilacs, frame the bird's vigil.

Verdant leaves, their tips sharp as calligraphy strokes, punctuate the composition. The gnarled branch, a testament to nature's sculptural prowess, anchors the scene. Bairei's kacho-e mastery shines in every detail - from the sparrow's watchful eye to its wind-ruffled tail.

This case blends the Japanese woodblock tradition with Meiji-era naturalism, offering you a tactile connection to Japan's artistic evolution. The elegantly positioned camera cutout becomes a window, inviting you to capture life's fleeting beauty. Your phone will become a conversation piece, a pocket-sized museum of transient splendor, bridging centuries of aesthetic appreciation with cutting-edge technology.

More by Kōno Bairei

Origin Story

Kōno Bairei, born in 1844 in Kyoto, was a Meiji-era artist who transformed traditional Japanese painting with his masterful depictions of birds and flowers. Blending Maruyama-Shijo traditions with elements of Western realism, Bairei's work brought fresh vitality to classic themes.

Bairei's renowned "Album of One Hundred Birds" was a celebrated masterpiece that drew admiration from both ornithologists and art enthusiasts. As a teacher, Bairei mentored future legends like Takeuchi Seihō, nurturing Kyoto's art scene.

His brushwork, a harmony of delicate petals and vibrant feathers, captured nature’s fleeting beauty, blending innovation with tradition in a way that endures today.

iPhone or Samsung Galaxy?
Matte or Gloss?
MagSafe? iPhone 16-18
Free Shipping + 30 Day Returns

1. Livraison gratuite

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.

3. Production + expédition = livraison à votre porte en...

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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