The Dance of Nine Koi

A breathtaking hand-embroidered silk artwork, “The Dance of Nine Koi” captures nine colorful koi circling playfully in a lotus pond in exquisite silk thread detail. This one-of-a-kind piece showcases the artistry of hand silk embroidery, bringing vibrant life and traditional craftsmanship to any space. Please contact King Silk Art for similar custom pieces; allow 3-6 months for custom orders.

Image size: 16 x 24 inch
Framed size: 25 x 35 inch

The Story — Nine Koi, a Wish for Abundance

In Chinese tradition, the koi is a symbol of abundance and good fortune: the word for fish, “yu,” sounds exactly like the word for surplus — hence the New Year blessing “nian nian you yu,” may you have abundance year after year. Nine, “jiu,” sounds like “forever,” so nine koi carry a wish for fortune that lasts and lasts. The koi is also loved for its courage — legend tells of koi swimming upstream to leap the Dragon Gate waterfall and become dragons — a symbol of perseverance rewarded. Circling together in the lotus pond, these nine koi wish the home prosperity, harmony and success that never ends.