The art form entered Taiwan during the reign of the Tao Kuang Emperor(1821-1850) and were used to adorn temples with life-like legendary figures, mythical beasts, birds and animals. The production process relies on the ingnuity of the craftsman to select, filter, mould, shape, dry, and fire the clay with multi-level glazes, so combining the skills of construction, design, imagery and clay firing into one artifact. The unique brilliance of the colors, such as the amber and jadeite greens and the golden reds, have been appreciated increasingly with each passing generation.

Cochin Ceramics have always occupied a central part of Taiwan's traditional artistic culture, and have now evolved to become unique decorative artifacts of exquisite beauty bellieved to bring good fortune and ward off evil spirits.

Size:12"*12"*4"

Material:Jiao Zhi pottery

Origin:Beijing

Craft:tradiitonal jiao zhi pottery making crafts with over 2000 years history

 Listen in the gallery

Rich Artistic Connotation & Historical Background:

This artwork is a golden fish made of Chinese ceramics, placed on a green lotus leaf.

The golden fish symbolizes wealth and prosperity because in Chinese culture, it is considered a mascot representing good luck and abundance.

On the other hand, the lotus leaf symbolizes purity and freshness, creating a stark contrast with the golden fish, further emphasizing the theme of wealth and prosperity.

The design of this artwork is exquisite.

The body of the golden fish presents smooth curves, vibrant colors, and a sense of depth.

Meanwhile, the lotus leaf is outlined with simple lines, forming a harmonious picture with the golden fish.

The entire work gives off a feeling of joy, superiority, and yearning, as if conveying a positive and upward attitude towards life to the viewer.