Table Linens | Lalique Koi Circle Embroidered Placemat Metallic Linen/ Pewter Embroidery/ Round

Very Popular In Asia, The Koi Fish Is A Symbol Of Good Fortune, Virility, Longevity And Perseverance. This Symbolism Is Rooted In An Old Chinese Legend: The Perseverance Of A Koi Fish Swimming The Yellow River Upstream; Fighting The Current To Reach The Top Of The Waterfall To Be Rewarded By The Gods Who Turned It Into A Golden Dragon. The Carp Has Thus Become A Symbol Of Success, Determination And Destiny Fulfilled. This Legend Remains Celebrated Today During Koinobori, When Young Children Are Wished Success.