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Japanese Golden Carp In Lacquer By Zo Hiko House Of Kyoto, 1920s.
Japanese golden carp in lacquered wood from the Zo Hiko house in Kyoto, Japan, 1920s.
In Japan, the meaning of the koi carp is multiple. This emblematic fish represents bravery, perseverance, courage and love. As a result, it occupies an important place in the art of Japanese tattooing. This symbol is very popular in Japanese culture. A legacy of cultural heritage, the koi carp is a source of great pride in the archipelago and in particular in the village of Yamakoshi, its birthplace. It also appears on Japanese prints and paintings by the great masters, as it is so adored.
In Japan, the meaning of the koi carp is multiple. This emblematic fish represents bravery, perseverance, courage and love. As a result, it occupies an important place in the art of Japanese tattooing. This symbol is very popular in Japanese culture. A legacy of cultural heritage, the koi carp is a source of great pride in the archipelago and in particular in the village of Yamakoshi, its birthplace. It also appears on Japanese prints and paintings by the great masters, as it is so adored.
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