Decorative ornament - Japan - Koi, good fortune

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Copper and stone koi fish sculpture from Japan by 小山 由寿, dating to 1970–1980, 38 cm high, 11.5 cm wide, 15.5 cm deep, about 5.8 kg, mounted on a black display base and titled Koi, good fortune, in good condition with minor signs of aging.

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Good condition.

Description:
This is a decorative fish sculpture mounted on a black display base, representing a koi.
The fish is shown in a dynamic upward-swimming pose, with the body curving gracefully as if leaping from the water. The surface has a pale greenish-gold metallic finish with finely incised scale patterns across the body. The fins and tail are carefully detailed with radiating lines, giving the piece a refined handcrafted appearance.
The expression is lively, with the mouth slightly open and the eyes clearly formed. The fish is attached to a simple black rectangular plinth, which gives contrast to the light metallic color of the sculpture and makes it suitable for display as an ornamental object.
The motif of a carp or koi is auspicious in East Asian culture, often associated with success, perseverance, strength, and good fortune, especially because of the image of a carp leaping upward.

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The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post depends on the situation. 
It takes about 3~4 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.



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Good condition.

Description:
This is a decorative fish sculpture mounted on a black display base, representing a koi.
The fish is shown in a dynamic upward-swimming pose, with the body curving gracefully as if leaping from the water. The surface has a pale greenish-gold metallic finish with finely incised scale patterns across the body. The fins and tail are carefully detailed with radiating lines, giving the piece a refined handcrafted appearance.
The expression is lively, with the mouth slightly open and the eyes clearly formed. The fish is attached to a simple black rectangular plinth, which gives contrast to the light metallic color of the sculpture and makes it suitable for display as an ornamental object.
The motif of a carp or koi is auspicious in East Asian culture, often associated with success, perseverance, strength, and good fortune, especially because of the image of a carp leaping upward.

NOTICE


The lot will be carefully packaged and sent by Japan Post depends on the situation. 
It takes about 3~4 weeks to receive normally. Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.



Sometimes Customes or delivery company in your country contact you for Customs clearance via phone or email. Please make sure that you could answer the phone. If you don't, the parcel will return to me and it cost more double shipping fee for reshipping.
Appreciate your cooperation.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
5800 g
Title additional information
Koi, good fortune
Number of objects
1
Material
Copper, Stone
Designer/artist/maker
小山 由寿
Country of origin
Japan
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
38 cm
Width
11.5 cm
Depth
15.5 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
JapanVerified
217
Objects sold
96.83%
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