Porcelain of Maneki Neko in Kutani Ware [Ornament]

Beckoning cats have kept raising their paws in response to people's modest wishes for long long time in Japan. These beckoning cat figures are Kutani Ware with all the gorgeous hand drawings.

This is known as "Maneki Neko" and it brings luck to its owner, especially the one with right paw up does luck of money. The colors also have meanings respectively. A black cat is believed to drive away bad luck, the yeallow is said to have the effect of improving luck with money, good relationships, and family life, and a red cat is said to ward off illness!

These little cats filled with Japanese tradition and good fortune are good for your house decor, of course, and also recommended as a wide variety of gifts such as housewarming gifts, store opening gifts, wedding gifts, respect for the elderly and longevity, and more.

*This item is sold individually.
*The folding screen is not sold.

PRODUCT DETAIL
Color: black, yellow, red
Dimension (approximately):
   height 2.95" x witdth2.16" x depth2.16" (75mm x 55mm × 55mm)
Material: porcelain
Area of origin: Ishikawa, Japan
Pottery: Kutani Ware
Item#: yellow1111 black1112 red1113

We appreciate your consideration of the following before purchasing:
*Due to the handmade nature of pieces, there may be slight variations in size, glaze, color, texture, pinhole, crazing, etc.
*Actual color might differ from the photo depending on the condition of the device you use.