Three Koi Fish In Sunlit Lotus Pond Canvas Print

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Watercolor art print of three colorful Koi fish swimming in an aqua blue lotus pond. Pink lotus flowers and lily pads anchor the image, while the fish reflections and play of sunlight on water bring movement to the image.

In Japan, Koi fish are known as the swimming, or living jewel. The name "Koi" comes from the Japanese word “nishiki” which traditionally means beautiful or elegant things.

In ancient Japan, there were 4 treasures Kin (gold), Gin( silver), Sango (Coral), and Aya Nishiki (figured brocade), and it is said that the name “Nishiki-goi” is named after “Aya-Nishiki”. Nishikigoi is also commonly likened to the multi-colored brocade patterns of the Japanese traditional woven silk fabric, “kimono,” known for its vivid yet delicate colors and striking beauty.

“Ggoi” or koi is what the Japanese refer to simply as carp fish which is meant to be eaten. So you might say that Nishikigoi means “living jewel koi”

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