Ceramic Money Cat Bank - Gold on Cushion
ChinaThis golden Money Cat brings together wealth, abundance and saving in one cheerful display piece. Sitting on a red cushion and surrounded by lucky symbols, it is designed as a money bank rather than a waving cat, giving retailers a slightly different take on the familiar prosperity theme.
The design is packed with symbols connected with wealth and prosperity. At the centre is a large red medallion featuring a Money Cat surrounded by Chinese characters and auspicious imagery. The repeated cats, gold coins and bright red decoration all reinforce the idea of attracting and keeping good fortune.
The cat holds gold bells in both raised paws, adding to the sense of celebration and prosperity. Unlike the waving Lucky Cats in the collection, this one is deliberately static, so the symbolism comes from the decoration rather than movement.
The large character 財 (cái) appears prominently on the central design and is associated with wealth or riches. Another important part of the presentation is a red cushion. Red is widely used in Chinese celebrations and is commonly associated with luck, happiness and auspicious occasions. Together with the gold cat, it gives the piece a distinctly festive appearance.
And, of course, it is actually a money bank. That gives the symbolism a practical purpose: a gift wishing someone prosperity that can also be used to start putting a little of that prosperity aside. A rather sensible arrangement for a lucky cat.