Sujet
Carved bamboo carp, China, 2nd half of the 17th century. Artist: Unknown
Légende
Qing dynasty bamboo root carving of a twin-horned dragon-headed carp with its tail up over its head. Some of the roots have been retained as prickly spines and fins. This carving depicts the moment when the carp going up the waterfall changes into a dragon, which was a popular subject in the 17th century. The image of a carp turning into a dragon was symbolic of success in the imperial examinations.
Bath (England), The Museum of East Asian Art
Date
1650
Crédit
Photo12/Heritage Images
Notre référence
HRM19B72_273
Model release
Non
Licence
Droits gérés
Format disponible
17,9Mo (631,7Ko) / 18,8cm x 23,9cm / 2223 x 2820 (300dpi)