{"product_id":"rare-imari-sleeping-maneki-neko-1950s-japanese-porcelain-cat-with-24k-gold","title":"Rare Imari Sleeping Maneki Neko 1950s Japanese Porcelain Cat with 24K Gold","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"291\" data-end=\"550\"\u003eAn exceptional and \u003cstrong data-start=\"310\" data-end=\"379\"\u003eextremely rare vintage Japanese Imari (伊万里焼) sleeping Maneki Neko\u003c\/strong\u003e, dating to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"395\" data-end=\"416\"\u003e1950s (Showa era)\u003c\/strong\u003e. This piece is a true collector’s treasure—beautifully handcrafted and hand-painted with refined detail and accented in \u003cstrong data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"549\"\u003e24K gold\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"852\"\u003eUnlike the more common upright beckoning cats, this \u003cstrong data-start=\"604\" data-end=\"628\"\u003esleeping Maneki Neko\u003c\/strong\u003e represents a quieter, deeper symbolism—\u003cstrong data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"730\"\u003epeace, protection, and the steady presence of good fortune\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its gentle expression, curled resting form, and elegant floral Imari patterns create a sense of calm and refined beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"1053\"\u003eThe porcelain body is decorated with traditional Imari-style motifs in rich red, blue, and gold tones, showcasing the craftsmanship and aesthetic balance for which Imari ware is celebrated worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1055\" data-end=\"1250\"\u003eSourced directly from a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1079\" data-end=\"1118\"\u003eJapanese government antique auction\u003c\/strong\u003e, this is a genuine one-of-a-kind piece—ideal for serious collectors, interior designers, or anyone seeking meaningful Japanese art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1252\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1dghcdk\" data-start=\"1257\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1260\" data-end=\"1284\"\u003e✅ Product Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"o100zc\" data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1331\"\u003eExtremely rare sleeping Maneki Neko design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1zqyfj\" data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003eAuthentic 1950s Japanese Imari ware (伊万里焼)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d40bu7\" data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003eHandcrafted and hand-painted porcelain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5ag2ku\" data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003eDecorated with traditional Imari motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ehnibl\" data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003eAccented with genuine 24K gold details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15za2rz\" data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eSymbol of peace, protection, and good fortune\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"107gshw\" data-start=\"1559\" data-end=\"1607\"\u003eElegant curled sleeping pose – uncommon form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ooamul\" data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1649\"\u003eSourced from Japan government auction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1t4y7b\" data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003eOne-of-a-kind collectible piece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1wuup40\" data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1721\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1721\"\u003e📏 Details \u0026amp; Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8741e\" data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003eOrigin: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11w5wws\" data-start=\"1740\" data-end=\"1769\"\u003eEra: 1950s (Showa period)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yimoys\" data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1824\"\u003eMaterial: Porcelain with overglaze enamel and gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5thw4w\" data-start=\"1825\" data-end=\"1867\"\u003eCondition: Excellent vintage condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1p2rowj\" data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1917\"\u003eNotes: Minor surface wear consistent with age\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1919\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1c5a9po\" data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1927\" data-end=\"1955\"\u003e🎎 Cultural Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1956\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003eWhile most Maneki Neko figures are shown raising a paw to invite luck, sleeping forms are far rarer and are associated with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2080\" data-end=\"2139\"\u003econtentment, spiritual protection, and quiet prosperity\u003c\/strong\u003e—making this piece especially unique in both symbolism and design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003eImari porcelain (伊万里焼) has been highly valued since the Edo period, known for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"2289\" data-end=\"2355\"\u003evivid color palette, intricate decoration, and export prestige\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2358\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"2d3yek\" data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2388\"\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2366\" data-end=\"2388\"\u003e📦 Shipping Policy\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2585\"\u003eTo ensure safe delivery, we currently ship one item per order only.\u003cbr data-start=\"2456\" data-end=\"2459\"\u003eOrders with multiple items may be canceled and refunded. 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