Very fine Carved Chinese Jade Carp laying on a solid-wood stand. The Nephrite fish is elaborately carved into a life-sized fish which capture the essence of the subject matter. The carp is accepted to represent longevity, wealth, abundance, and perseverance. Jadestone has a lustrous tone, with pale-celadon iridescent and attractive sporadic golden russet inclusions. The jade gives an appearance of being wet with a milk-like appearance. Gorgeously presented on a carved hardwood stand. The jade is extremely well carved giving it an aura of splendor. Note: Jade, as a stone, has five virtues. Its glossiness and warmth is like benevolence. Because inside and outside is the same, so that knowing the outside one knows the inside, this may be likened to righteousness. Its far-reaching sound (when struck) may be heard from afar, like wisdom. It is not easily bent, but can be broken, which may be likened to courage. Jade can be sharpened, but not to the point where it can injure people; this quality is like self-regulation or restraint.