Beautiful Color Twin Carp This piece dates from 1950-1980. This piece captures the delicate color variations of carp scales. Each scale is meticulously hand-carved and then hand-painted. This incredibly realistic texture is only possible through this time-consuming process. In Japan, two carp have long been considered auspicious. They are considered a married couple, and their image of them walking together towards a waterfall symbolizes "overcoming difficulties." Two carp are often used as motifs in Japanese art. For this reason, placing two carp creates a space with a Japanese aesthetic of wabi-sabi. Hand-signed Tomobako/original box Includes original base and original cloth. Although old, the piece has been in excellent condition. Size: Golden Carp: Height 8.5cm, Width 22x7cm, Weight 830g Black Carp: Height 13cm, Width 30x10cm, Weight 1860g Base: Height 5cm, Width 38x28cm, Weight 650g Tomobako: Weight 1000g Total Weight: 4340g