Hand-carved 16" Camphor Wood " Fish In Lotus Pond "Wall Hanging

Admire this expertly hand-carved wall hanging for even a short time and it is sure to bring a smile. Three intricately detailed fish, charming in their plumpness yet with gracefully waving fins, swim through a crowded pond of delicately rendered lotus flowers. Because the Mandarin words for fish and abundance sound alike, fish have long been revered in China as symbols of affluence while lotus flowers, rising from murky depths to produce stunning blossoms, represent purity of the soul. Carved from beautiful camphor wood, a material that is venerated throughout Asia for its gentle fragrance, this unique and metaphorical home accent piece is sure to add a natural touch of the Far East to any decor. Measures 16 inches in diameter. AsiaEXP brings you handicrafts of exceptional quality from a variety of Eastern cultures, while simultaneously supporting talented craftsmen and their creative traditions. By purchasing this product you are not only acquiring a beautiful home accessory, but helping to sustain the artisans and their cultural heritage. The handcrafted nature of this item will produce minor differences in design, color and sizing. Subtle variations will occur from piece to piece, adding to the unique quality of individual creations. Measurements may vary slightly.

• Hand-carved by talented Beijing-based artisans using solid, aromatic camphor wood

• Graceful, plump fish wade through a crowded pond of delicately rendered lotus flowers

• In Chinese tradition fish are symbols of affluence, while lotus flowers represent purity of the soul

• Delicately rendered perimeter scrollwork gracefully surrounds central image

• 16 in. L x 16 in. W