Jinks Kunst - Funky Maneki Neko

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Funky Maneki Neko, a 2015 original street art work on an upcycled skateboard deck, is hand-signed on the back, measures 79 cm high by 20 cm wide and weighs 1850 g.

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Description from the seller

Forget the figurine in porcelain frozen on a countertop: here is the Maneki-Neko of the 21st century, the one who grew up to the beat of hip-hop and on the concrete of skateparks. This unique piece, created with stencils on a real upcycled skateboard, injects a fresh energy into the traditional Japanese good-luck icon.

Under the artist’s brush, the temple cat mascot morphs into a charismatic Street figure. Wearing a neon beanie dusted with kanjis and a baggy hoodie, it proudly raises its paw not to greet, but to assert its presence in the urban space. The color palette is a burst of vitality: an electric turquoise blue in the background contrasts with magenta pink and neon yellow, sprinkled with multicolored stars that seem to burst from the board like a rain of good fortune.

Every detail, from the stylized sneakers to the graffiti stars, tells a story of cultural fusion. By choosing to give a second life to this skateboard, the artist transforms a worn-performance object into a modern totem. "Lucky Street Cat" is not just a decorative piece; it’s a concentrated dose of optimism and graphic rebellion that catches the eye and holds it. It’s the perfect work for those who want to invite luck into their home, but with a distinctly funky and offbeat attitude.

Why acquire this piece?

Cultural Contrast: The bold marriage between “Skate Culture” and the traditional representation of the Maneki Neko.

Unique Piece: Hand-made, every mark on the wood makes this work impossible to reproduce identically.

Technical Features:

Installation: Can be hung on the wall (mounting not included) or simply placed for an industrial loft look.

Authenticity: Artist’s signature on the back and the logo at the bottom of the deck.

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Forget the figurine in porcelain frozen on a countertop: here is the Maneki-Neko of the 21st century, the one who grew up to the beat of hip-hop and on the concrete of skateparks. This unique piece, created with stencils on a real upcycled skateboard, injects a fresh energy into the traditional Japanese good-luck icon.

Under the artist’s brush, the temple cat mascot morphs into a charismatic Street figure. Wearing a neon beanie dusted with kanjis and a baggy hoodie, it proudly raises its paw not to greet, but to assert its presence in the urban space. The color palette is a burst of vitality: an electric turquoise blue in the background contrasts with magenta pink and neon yellow, sprinkled with multicolored stars that seem to burst from the board like a rain of good fortune.

Every detail, from the stylized sneakers to the graffiti stars, tells a story of cultural fusion. By choosing to give a second life to this skateboard, the artist transforms a worn-performance object into a modern totem. "Lucky Street Cat" is not just a decorative piece; it’s a concentrated dose of optimism and graphic rebellion that catches the eye and holds it. It’s the perfect work for those who want to invite luck into their home, but with a distinctly funky and offbeat attitude.

Why acquire this piece?

Cultural Contrast: The bold marriage between “Skate Culture” and the traditional representation of the Maneki Neko.

Unique Piece: Hand-made, every mark on the wood makes this work impossible to reproduce identically.

Technical Features:

Installation: Can be hung on the wall (mounting not included) or simply placed for an industrial loft look.

Authenticity: Artist’s signature on the back and the logo at the bottom of the deck.

Bring a part of street soul and a reflection on identity into your interior."}func്

Seller's Story

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Details

Artist
Jinks Kunst
Edition
Original
Sold by
Direct from the artist
Sold with frame
No
Title of artwork
Funky Maneki Neko
Technique
Spray paint, Stencil
Signature
Hand signed
Country of origin
France
Year
2015
Condition
Excellent condition
Colour
Black
Height
79 cm
Width
20 cm
Weight
1850 g
Depiction/theme
Religion
Style
Street art
Period
2010-2020
FranceVerified
985
Objects sold
100%
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