Goldfish Tank- The Palace Museum Collection

Goldfish is a symbol of surplus and wealth in Chinese culture. The goldfish ornamentations have often been decorated on porcelain as a hope for good fortune. On the exterior of this playful teapot, four Dragon Eye goldfish, detailed in hatching and varied shades of red and black, are swimming among water weeds and lotus leaves.

Teapot: L19.5 W12.3 H14.6 CM

Cup: L9.8 W8 H7.3 CM

Saucer: L15.3 W15.3 H1.5 CM