A White Cat Memorial Urn for Soft Fur and Familiar Eyes
White cats are rarely only white. Their faces may hold warm cream shadows, silver-tipped fur, a blush of pink at the ears, a small patch near the nose, or eye colors that change completely with the light. Those quiet differences are often what make one cat instantly recognizable.
The Pawcelain White Cat Memorial Urn is hand-painted from your photographs by ceramic artists in Jingdezhen. The artist studies fur length, coat warmth, eye color, face shape, ear details, markings, and the expression you remember, then builds the portrait with restrained ceramic pigments rather than treating white as a flat blank surface.
You may keep the memorial simple or add a name, dates, collar color, charm, scarf, bow tie, flower, or another approved detail. Before final firing, you receive an artwork preview and one complimentary revision so subtle coat and facial details can be reviewed while changes are still possible.
Each finished urn is a handmade interpretation for one cat. Natural brush and glaze variation remains part of the ceramic character, while spelling, selected options, approved markings, and agreed portrait direction remain part of Pawcelain's responsibility.
What Is Included
- One handmade porcelain ceramic cat memorial urn in the selected size, style, and add-on;
- A hand-painted portrait based on the photographs supplied with the order;
- Optional name, dates, short message, or concise design notes;
- One artwork preview before final glazing and firing;
- One complimentary revision opportunity before final firing;
- Final inspection, layered protective packaging, and shipment tracking after dispatch.
Frames, flowers, candles, books, cremated remains, and other styling props shown in photographs are not included.
Product Highlights
- Specialized for white, cream, pale, silver-tipped, and long-haired cats.
- Subtle coat warmth and shadow are painted instead of using flat white.
- Eye color, pink nose and ear tones, markings, and fur texture guide the portrait.
- One artwork preview and one complimentary revision before final firing.
- Open-eye or closed-eye portrait styles.
- Optional name, dates, collar color, charm, scarf, flower, or other approved detail.
- 500 ml and 650 ml capacity options.
- Handmade and high-fired in Jingdezhen.
Personalization: Make the Memorial Recognizably Theirs
This page should prioritize subtle visual evidence. Ask the customer to identify which photograph shows the truest white balance, because warm indoor light, cool daylight, filters, and camera exposure can make the same coat appear cream, gray, blue, or pure white.
Portrait Style
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Closed Eyes: a calm resting expression and the base style price;
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Open Eyes: painted from the eye shape and color visible in the reference photographs; currently +$10.
Optional Hand-Painted Add-On
- None;
- National Flag;
- Scarf;
- Bow Tie;
- Clothing / Outfit;
- Other Custom.
Non-None add-ons are currently +$15. These are painted ceramic details, not removable accessories. Contact support@pawcelain.com before ordering a complex Other Custom idea so feasibility can be confirmed.
Name, Dates, and Wording
Add a name, important dates, a short message, or concise design notes. Enter spelling, capitalization, and dates exactly as they should appear. If placement matters, identify the priority clearly rather than asking the artist to guess.
Photographs
Use natural daylight without a strong filter. Include one face photograph and one side or body view that shows fur length, tail color, ear tone, and any faint patches. If the eyes look different across photographs, identify the most accurate reference.
The recommended upload structure is:
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Main Portrait Photo - required: controls the face, expression, and primary angle;
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Detail Photo - optional: confirms markings, eye color, collar, accessory, or another small feature;
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Additional Angle - optional: confirms head shape, coat transitions, fur length, or body color.
Handmade Ceramic Craftsmanship in Jingdezhen
Jingdezhen has been associated with porcelain-making for more than a thousand years. Pawcelain uses this ceramic tradition because a memorial should carry the patience, weight, and visible attention of something made by hand.
Each urn may pass through up to 72 making steps, including clay preparation, shaping, drying, trimming, first firing, sanding, portrait painting, glazing, final firing, inspection, and packing. Ceramic pigments are painted onto the prepared form, then the approved piece is glazed and fired at around 1280 C so the artwork becomes part of the finished ceramic surface rather than a sticker or printed transfer.
Small variations in brushwork, glaze, surface, color, and form are natural signs of handmade work. They make each memorial one of a kind; they do not replace Pawcelain's responsibility to follow the approved portrait direction, wording, selected options, and quality standard.
Learn more about how Pawcelain memorials are made in Jingdezhen.
Size and Capacity
| Size |
Dimensions |
Capacity |
Product weight |
General pet-weight guidance |
Base price |
| S |
3.1 in W x 6.7 in H / 7.9 x 17 cm |
Approx. 500 ml |
0.45 kg |
Up to 25 lb / 11.3 kg |
$139.90 |
| M |
3.5 in W x 7.5 in H / 8.9 x 19 cm |
Approx. 650 ml |
0.60 kg |
Up to 35 lb / 15.9 kg |
$159.90 |
Capacity in milliliters is the primary specification. Pet-weight ranges are general guidance, not an absolute guarantee, because cremains volume and packaging vary. Ask the crematory for the dimensions of the returned sealed inner bag or container and choose a vessel with comfortable extra room.
Material, Closure, and Intended Use
| Specification |
Product fact |
| Material |
Handmade high-fired porcelain ceramic |
| Portrait method |
Hand-painted from customer-provided photographs |
| Form |
Lidded cat-shaped memorial urn |
| Surface |
Glazed ceramic with natural handmade variation |
| Water boundary |
Ceramic body is waterproof |
| Seal boundary |
Not completely airtight, vacuum sealed, or hermetically sealed |
| Intended use |
Cremated remains kept in their sealed inner bag, or small dry keepsakes |
How to Order
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Choose S or M. Use the written capacity and the crematory's returned-package dimensions when available.
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Choose Closed Eyes or Open Eyes. Select the expression that feels most familiar and support it with a clear photograph.
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Choose an add-on. Select None or one painted detail; confirm complex Other Custom ideas before ordering.
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Enter wording and upload photographs. Check every name and date before submission.
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Pawcelain reviews the order. If photographs or instructions conflict, we contact you rather than guessing.
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The portrait is painted by hand. The artist follows the approved reference priorities and selected details.
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Review the artwork preview. Reply within 72 hours when possible. One complimentary revision is included before final firing; consolidate important feedback into one clear response. A revision may add about 3-5 business days.
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Final firing, inspection, and shipping. After approval, the portrait can no longer be changed. The urn is glazed, kiln-fired, checked, packed, and dispatched with tracking.
Production, Shipping, and Delivery
Production Time
Custom production is approximately 15-20 business days before shipping. Kiln stages cannot be safely rushed. A revision may add approximately 3-5 business days.
Shipping Charges
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United States: free shipping on every product, with no order minimum;
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International destinations: free standard shipping when the merchandise subtotal is $80 USD or more;
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International orders below $80 USD: the available rate is shown at checkout.
Production time and carrier transit time are separate. Tracking is emailed after dispatch. Customs processing and carrier delays may extend international delivery, and duties or taxes may apply according to the destination.
Use the current Shipping Policy and checkout as the final operational authority.
Damage Protection
If the urn arrives damaged, contact support@pawcelain.com within 48 hours of delivery. Include the order number and clear photographs of the item, inner packaging, and outer package. Keep all packaging until the case is resolved. Confirmed transit damage is handled under Pawcelain's current damage-protection policy.
Changes, Cancellations, and Custom Returns
- One complimentary revision is included at the artwork-preview stage before final firing;
- Once production begins, custom-made items cannot be returned or exchanged;
- After final firing, portrait changes are no longer possible;
- Confirmed quality issues or transit damage remain subject to Pawcelain's current policies and applicable law.
Review the current Refund Policy before ordering or contact support@pawcelain.com with a time-sensitive question.
Care Instructions
- Keep the urn indoors on a stable, level surface away from edges and high-traffic areas;
- Lift from the body or base, not the lid, ears, or painted details;
- Dust with a soft dry cloth; if needed, use a soft slightly damp cloth and dry promptly;
- Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring pads, bleach, or harsh chemicals;
- Do not place in a dishwasher, microwave, oven, freezer, or direct flame;
- Avoid soaking the lid or exposing the ceramic to sudden temperature changes;
- Keep ashes in their sealed inner bag because the urn is not airtight;
- Wrap the lid and body separately if the urn must be moved.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you show detail in white fur?
The artist uses restrained warm, cool, cream, gray, and shadow tones to describe fur direction and form without making the coat look dirty or flat. Clear daylight photographs help establish the correct balance.
Can you paint long-haired or fluffy white cats?
Yes. Side views and photographs showing the chest, cheeks, ear furnishings, and tail help the artist understand fur length and silhouette. The portrait remains a handmade ceramic interpretation rather than individual hair-by-hair reproduction.
What photos work best for a white cat?
Use natural indirect daylight and avoid bright overexposure, colored room lighting, beauty filters, or heavy shadows. Upload one clear face image and one supporting angle that shows the truest coat and markings.
Can you include a pink nose, odd-colored eyes, or faint markings?
Yes. Note these features in the design instructions and identify the best reference photograph. Small facial patches, ear tones, heterochromia, nose color, and collar details can be important recognition points.
How accurate will the portrait be?
The artist studies face shape, eyes, fur length, markings, and expression. You receive a preview and one complimentary revision before final firing. Handmade brush and glaze variation is natural.
Which size should I choose?
Size S is approximately 500 ml and generally suitable up to 25 lb. Size M is approximately 650 ml and generally suitable up to 35 lb. Confirm the returned cremains package size with the crematory whenever possible.
Is the white ceramic urn airtight?
No. The ceramic body is waterproof, but the lidded urn is not airtight, vacuum sealed, or hermetically sealed. Keep ashes inside their sealed inner bag.
Can I add a name, collar, flower, or charm detail?
Yes. Add wording and select an available painted add-on, or describe an Other Custom request. Complex ideas should be confirmed before ordering so the portrait remains visually balanced.
What happens if the piece arrives damaged?
Contact support@pawcelain.com within 48 hours with the order number and photographs of the item and packaging. Confirmed transit damage is handled under Pawcelain's current damage-protection policy.
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