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Danish Modern Glazed Stoneware Koi Fish by Aage Würtz, 1970s

About the Item

In Japanese culture the Koi fish symbolizes courage, perseverance, bravery and love simultaneously. This emblematic stoneware sculpture however was made in Denmark by Aage Würtz circa 1970-80. It is executed with splashes of green and blue glaze over a white main-glaze. Signed to its base. Measurements: H: 23 cm, W(L): 28 cm, Dept: 9 cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.06 in (23 cm)Width: 11.03 in (28 cm)Depth: 3.55 in (9 cm)
  • Style:
    Scandinavian Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Stoneware,Glazed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970s
  • Condition:
    Wellkept, clean and intact.
  • Seller Location:
    Esbjerg, DK
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1782242041762

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