Antique Japanese Fish — Wood (SKU: 25D-365) -

Antique Japanese Wooden Fish - 1920s Taisho Era (25D-365)

SKU:
25D-365
$550.00
IMPORTED FROM JAPAN
Dimensions: 6"W x 36"D x 9"H
Ship From Location: Berkeley, California
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Antique Japanese Fish, Wood, 1920s (SKU 25D-365)

This carved wooden carp features a bold red lacquered finish with black undertones accentuating the scales and fins. Originally part of a jizai okimono (articulated sculpture), it reflects the tradition of lifelike animal forms that symbolized vitality and movement. The expressive head, deeply carved scales, and dynamic tail show skilled handwork and an emphasis on realism.

In Japanese culture, the carp (koi) represents perseverance, strength, and good fortune, famously associated with the legend of the carp leaping the waterfall to become a dragon. As a standalone object, this piece functions as a striking sculptural accent, retaining the character and spirit of its original jizai form.

  • Origin: Japan
  • Era: Taishō period (early 20th century, circa 1920s)
  • Material: Hand-carved wood with red lacquer finish
  • Use: Decorative sculpture / folk art carving for interior display
  • Features: Detailed scale and fin carving, vivid red lacquer with blackened patina, elongated koi form, antique Japanese wooden fish motif symbolizing perseverance and good fortune
  • Dimensions: 6"W x 36"D x 9"H
  • Condition: Excellent vintage condition with attractive surface wear and lacquer distress consistent with age

A characterful Taishō-era koi that brings both sculptural presence and traditional Japanese symbolism to any collection.

 

As part of our mission to preserve and share Japanese craftsmanship, we offer antiques that were made not just to be admired, but to be used. These pieces were crafted for everyday life, and we honor their purpose by ensuring they can continue to be enjoyed and lived with today.

All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.

Additional Information
size:
6"W x 36"D x 9"H