Koi Carp Collection

Koi carp. These fish are an ornamental domesticated variety of the common carp (Cyprinus carpo)

Koi carps feeding frenzy, TongLi, JiangSu, China
Koi carps in TuiSi garden

Koi carp in a pond. Koi carp is a domesticated variety of the common carp (Cyprinus carpio). It originated in China, but became known to the Western World through Japan

Longshan Temple waterfall with swimming Koi Fish

Koi carp in a pond. This fish is an ornamental domesticated variety of the common carp (Cyprinus carpo)

Koi, ca. 1842. Creator: Ikeda Eisen
Koi, ca. 1842

Carp, Edo period, early 19th century. Creator: Kuroda Toko
Carp, Edo period, early 19th century

Koi, pub. 1842 (colour woodblock print)
3664676 Koi, pub.1842 (colour woodblock print) by Eisen, Keisai (Ikeda Yoshinobu) (1790-1848); The Stapleton Collection; Japanese, out of copyright

FISH, Koi Carp Ornamental Koi Carp in flowering lilly pond

Chinese goldfish, 18th century. Artist: Francois Nicholas Martinet
Chinese goldfish, 18th century. 1: le Fade; 2: le Miner

Le Noriroux, 18th century. Artist: Francois Nicholas Martinet
Le Noriroux, 18th century. A variety of Chinese goldfish

Duckweed and fish in a home pond
Baby koi in fish pond

Digital illustration of Koi Carp

Koi carp (Cyprinus carpio), view from above

Koi, or Nishikigoi -Cyprinus carpio- in aquarium

Koi Carps -Cyprinus carpio- in the holy spring of Pura Tirta Empul spring sanctuary, Tampaksiring, Bali, Indonesia

Filling plastic bag containing koi carp with water from hose

Cyprinus carpio (Common Carp), Kin Matsuba koi carp swimming in aquarium tank

Cyprinus carpio (Common Carp), Shiro-Bekko koi carp swimming in aquarium tank

Koi carp (Cyprinus carpio) opening mouth near waters surface

Cyprinus carpio, koi carp
This large omnivorous freshwater fish can be found the world over

Koi Carp
BB-452 KOI CARP Cyprinus carpio Brian Bevan Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in anyway

Japanese garden, Madeira
Japanese garden with statues, a bridge, and koi carp in a lake. Photographed in the Monte Palace Tropical Gardens in Madeira, a Portuguese island in the Atlantic

Fish - Koi Carp
LA-2496 Fish - Koi Carp Jean Michel Labat Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Koi carp, reflection of gasshou zukuri thatched roof houses, Shirokawago, Ogimachi, Gifu prefecture, Honshu island, Japan, Asia

Fish in bags in Tung Choi Street, a street full of shops selling tropical fish, koi carp and goldfish, Mongkok, Hong Kong, China, Asia

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Koi carp, also known as nishikigoi, are a mesmerizing species of fish that have captivated people for centuries. Originating from TongLi in JiangSu, China, these beautiful creatures are often found in ponds and water gardens around the world. One of the most fascinating sights is witnessing a koi carps feeding frenzy. As they gather together to devour their food, their vibrant colors create a breathtaking spectacle that leaves onlookers in awe. In Longshan Temple waterfall with swimming Koi Fish, we see how these graceful creatures navigate through rushing waters effortlessly. Their ability to swim against the current symbolizes strength and resilience. The art world has also been inspired by koi carp's beauty. Artists like Ikeda Eisen and Kuroda Toko have immortalized them in stunning woodblock prints dating back to the early 19th century. These artworks showcase the intricate details of each fish's scales and patterns. In FISH, Koi Carp Ornamental Koi Carp in flowering lily pond, we witness nature's harmony as these elegant fish gracefully swim amongst blooming flowers. The contrast between their vivid colors and delicate petals creates an enchanting scene. Not limited to traditional art forms, digital illustrations bring this ancient fascination into modern times. With vibrant hues and intricate designs digitally rendered before our eyes, it showcases how timeless these fish truly are. Koi carp share similarities with Chinese goldfish depicted by Francois Nicholas Martinet during the 18th century - both showcasing nature's incredible diversity within aquatic lifeforms. Whether they reside in grand temple waterfalls or small home ponds adorned with duckweed, koi carp continue to mesmerize us with their elegance and gracefulness wherever they go.