Japanese Porcelain Vase With Lucky Cat

Small Moriyama Porcelain Soliflore Vase with Maneki-neko Lucky Charm. A superb decorative piece in Japanese porcelain from the renowned Moriyama China factory, dating from the 1930s/1940s. This vase (or incense burner) is distinguished by its Moriage technique, featuring a richly textured, raised dragon design. The exceptional detail: at the center of a circular opening is a delicate white porcelain cat figurine. Its pose, with a raised paw, is a direct homage to the Maneki-neko, the famous Japanese lucky cat believed to attract good fortune and prosperity.