Antique Chinese wood carving of a fisherman with a carp
€89,00
One of a kind
Fully insured worldwide shipping · DHL / FedEx Express available
Dutch return address · 14-day returns
- Reference
- 057
Certificate of authenticity & invoice
Included with this item
Chinese Fisherman with Carp of Hand-Carved Hardwood
This charming Chinese woodcarving depicts a smiling fisherman with a large carp on his back. In Chinese symbolism, the carp represents luck, perseverance, success, and prosperity. As a result, this sculpture is not only decorative but also a positive symbol of growth and good opportunities.
The fisherman's cheerful posture gives the sculpture a warm and lively appearance. It is an object that immediately adds atmosphere to a cabinet, desk, display case, or in an interior featuring Asian art and natural materials. The sculpture is hand-carved from a dense, warm type of wood, possibly boxwood. The details are beautifully executed, from the scales of the carp to the braided structure of the hat. The inlaid eyes give both the fisherman and the fish extra expression.
Due to the combination of good luck symbolism, craftsmanship, and compact size, this is a beautiful object for lovers of Chinese woodcarving, Feng Shui symbolism, and decorative Asian art.
Details
| Representation | Chinese fisherman with carp |
| Origin | China |
| Material | Hand-carved hardwood, possibly boxwood |
| Symbolism | Luck, prosperity, success and perseverance |
| Details | Inlaid eyes, hand-stitched scales and braided hat |
| Dating | Circa 1920–1950 |
| Height | 21 cm |
Each object is examined before it is offered: material, casting or carving technique, surface, and signs of age are compared with documented references. You will receive a certificate of authenticity and an official invoice detailing the period, material, and available provenance.
Fully insured worldwide shipping in museum-quality packaging. Returns are sent to our Dutch address and you have a 14-day cooling-off period.
Read the shipping policy and the refund policy.
Pay securely at checkout with credit card, Klarna, Apple Pay, or Google Pay. The certificate of authenticity and the invoice are included in the price.
Questions about this item?
Ask for advice (opens in a new window)
