Carp platter,made by Mottahedeh Vista Alegre circa 2000, adapted from a Chinese export plate from the Qianlong period, circa 1750-1760. Marked “Dallas Museum of Art, The Wendy & Emery Reves Collection”.

In very good condition.

Dimensions: 11” x 9-5/8” x 1-1/4”

❤️In traditional Chinese culture, the carp symbolizes various positive meanings, including:

1. Happiness and Auspiciousness: The carp is considered a symbol of auspiciousness, representing happiness, smoothness, and good fortune.

2. Tenacity and Perseverance: Carp are believed to have the ability to swim against the current in legends, thus symbolizing resilience, perseverance, and the spirit of struggle.

3. Success and Prosperity: The carp leaping over the dragon gate is a common motif in Chinese culture, representing success, progress, and prosperity.

4. Family Reunion: Carp in Chinese culture are also associated with family reunion and harmony because the word "carp" sounds like "profit," so it is used to bless the harmony and happiness of families.

5. Loyalty and Friendship: In some legends, carp are depicted as loyal animals, intimate with each other, symbolizing sincere friendship and strong bonds between families.