Name/Title
MobileEntry/Object ID
2009.044Description
Norbori Koi (Paper Carp Streamers); A paper carp is cut from crumpled rice paper, hand drawn and painted. Then two symetrical pieces are glued together to create a 3 dimensional carp that his hung from string. Traditionally used to celebrate the birth of a boy.
2 carps - one predominantly red and yellow, 12-1/2" long by 4-1/2" wide, the other is predominantly black, red and yellow with a baby boy riding on the carp's back - 12-1/2" long x 5-1/2" wide.Acquisition
Accession
2009.044Source or Donor
2009 Ibigawa Mrathon DelegationAcquisition Method
Gift