A coral figure of a fisherman with carp, China, late Qing dynasty

carved from natural coral, depicting an elderly fisherman holding a large carp over his shoulder, symbolising abundance and good fortune. The piece features fine detailing on the face, garments and the fish’s scales.

清 珊瑚雕挑鲤老翁摆件 取天然珊瑚精雕而成，表现一老翁肩挑大鲤，神情怡然，寓意“年年有余”。人物形象憨厚饱满，衣纹与鱼鳞刻划细腻，章法紧凑。

h cm 6.5 gr 98.2