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.
Alkuperä - Provenienssi
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.
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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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