A nephrite carving of 'doble fishes', Qing dynasty (1644-1912).
Carved as two entwined fishes on one side, the other with lotus leaves. Length 5,5 cm.
Natural inclusions and feathering to the stone. Cracks.
Provenance
From a Swedish Collector, Sture Larsson was a notable member of the Swedish Oriental Ceramics Society who formed his collection from the early 1950's an onwards. Thence by descent.
More information
The Double Fish symbol is one of the eight treasures of Buddhism and a common Feng Shui symbol. At weddings, the Double Fish symbolizes the meaning of a balanced union between the couple. It also carries the meaning of fertility, a surplus of happiness, marital harmony, and sensual pleasure.
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