"Carp Leaping over the Dragon Gate" Ink Line

UnknownRepublic of China (1912–1949)

Zhenjing Traditional Woodwork Museum
Shanghai, China

"Carp Leaping over the Dragon Gate" (鲤鱼跃龙门) symbolizes good wishes for overnight achievements, advancements and life changing moments. This ink line expresses the carpenter's hope to make his life better through carpentry.

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Title: "Carp Leaping over the Dragon Gate" Ink Line
Creator: Unknown
Date Created: Republic of China (1912–1949)
Location Created: unknown
Physical Dimensions: h 9 ,d 23, w 6 cm
Medium: Whitewood

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