Carp Swimming up a Waterfall by Yashima Gakutei Glass, 16oz. Enhance your beverage experience with our highly popular 16oz pint glasses featuring stunning original artwork. These long and transparent glasses add a unique touch to every sip, making them the perfect choice for various occasions, from housewarmings and casual gatherings to thoughtful gifts for friends and loved ones.
NB! This tumbler is made with a digital inkjet printing technique that transfers designs line by line. This means that faint horizontal lines might be visible on the final product.
- One size: 16oz (0.473 l)
- Material: clear glass
- BPA free
- Hand wash only
- Durable construction
“Carp Swimming up a Waterfall” (circa 1827–1828) by Yashima Gakutei is a powerful Japanese ukiyo-e woodblock print depicting a vibrant red carp fighting its way upstream through a cascading waterfall. Gakutei uses layered shades of blue and green to create a dynamic sense of motion, depth, and force in the water, while the carp’s bold coloration stands out as a symbol of resilience. In Japanese folklore, a carp that successfully swims upstream and leaps over the Dragon Gate is transformed into a dragon—an enduring metaphor for perseverance, strength, and achievement. This artwork beautifully captures that timeless spirit, showcasing both Gakutei’s mastery of color and composition and the cultural symbolism embedded in the scene.
