Japanese Maneki-neko Bank | Tokoname Ceramic Maneki

Dimensions: 3-3/4”h x 3-1/2”w x 3-1/2”d 

Being offered is a very unusual hand-formed Red Maneki-neko Marufuku, (beckoning or Inviting cat) which is a common Japanese talisman which is often believed to bring good luck to the owner. The figure has a wonderful expressive face and unusual detail. Its’ left paw raised in a Japanese beckoning gesture. The paw indicates the expansive reach of the cat’s lucky magic for the home or business. The Red Maneki Neko Marufuku, a charming lucky cat figurine that also serves as a Feng Shui-inspired money box. Traditionally, the color red is associated with protection and good fortune in the workplace, making this Maneki Neko an ideal choice for those aiming to enhance their professional success while safeguarding their savings and often used as a coin bank, symbolizing the accumulation of wealth and prosperity.

The cat has a white enameled collar from which an inscribed amulet is hanging with a character which means luck or prosperity. Below that amulet is a three-dimensional relief of Daruma which is a common religious folklore representing strength and perseverance, and represents the two best Japanese lucky symbols together. The figure has a cloth cover on the bottom with a seal of the maker.

Condition: Excellent original condition without chips or defects.