Jinks Kunst - Funky Maneki Neko






Holds a master's degree in film and visual arts; experienced curator, writer, and researcher.
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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.
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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Seller's Story
Translated by Google TranslateForget 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
