Koi no Taki Nobori
Arun Kumar
Single | Mixed Media
INR 168,000
INR

This drawing, crafted with charcoal, graphite, and soft pastels, holds a deeply personal dedication. In the canvas stands a female figure, her graceful form turned away from us, inviting us to explore the secrets she carries on her back.
 
As you examine the drawing, you’ll see a group of koi fishes. These vibrant and determined creatures symbolize resilience. The Japanese saying “koi no taki-nobori” (“koi climbing the rapids”) reflects this too, in the belief that the carp is a spirited fish, so strong that it can fight its way up waterfalls, and through its strength and determination overcome all obstacles.
 
This drawing is a heartfelt tribute to the extraordinary women in my family, my mother, my sisters, their daughters and my sisters-in-law as well. Their stories, their sacrifices, and their unwavering love have shaped my life and inspired me in countless ways. As I see this artwork, I let it serve as a constant reminder of the remarkable lineage of strong, resilient, and beautiful women I am fortunate to be connected with.
 
“Koi no Taki Nobori” celebrates the legacy of my family’s women, honoring their indomitable spirit and their ability to transform adversity into enduring strength and grace. By sharing this piece, I hope to bring a deeper appreciation for women, and people in general.

Created on

2024

Article No.

AK00002

This drawing, crafted with charcoal, graphite, and soft pastels, holds a deeply personal dedication. In the canvas stands a female figure, her graceful form turned away from us, inviting us to explore the secrets she carries on her back.
 
As you examine the drawing, you’ll see a group of koi fishes. These vibrant and determined creatures symbolize resilience. The Japanese saying “koi no taki-nobori” (“koi climbing the rapids”) reflects this too, in the belief that the carp is a spirited fish, so strong that it can fight its way up waterfalls, and through its strength and determination overcome all obstacles.
 
This drawing is a heartfelt tribute to the extraordinary women in my family, my mother, my sisters, their daughters and my sisters-in-law as well. Their stories, their sacrifices, and their unwavering love have shaped my life and inspired me in countless ways. As I see this artwork, I let it serve as a constant reminder of the remarkable lineage of strong, resilient, and beautiful women I am fortunate to be connected with.
 
“Koi no Taki Nobori” celebrates the legacy of my family’s women, honoring their indomitable spirit and their ability to transform adversity into enduring strength and grace. By sharing this piece, I hope to bring a deeper appreciation for women, and people in general.

Genuine

Take home a unique piece of art, sourced directly from the artists and personally reviewed and verified by the founders. We provide a certificate of authenticity along with the artwork.

Distinguished

Work with a family of well-known, passionate artists who truly put the power of compelling visuals above all else.

Secure

We want to give you a stress-free experience. To that end, the House of Creativity does not save or collect any of your payment information.

How to properly care for your artwork

1. Watercolors are vulnerable to damage. It is best to frame them under glass as the protective panel to keep your art away from dust, moisture, and infestation.

2. Use glazed UV-coated Plexiglass when framing your watercolor.

3. When exposed to moisture, watercolors may shift, run, or break.

4. Do not hang opposite a surface where it is exposed to full sunlight or extreme humidity as exposure to ultraviolet rays will damage paper.

5. Keep your artwork away from fluorescent light.

6. No dramatic changes in the environment.

7. To avoid damage, keep paining in regulated temperatures and humidity levels.

Shipping and Delivery
Domestic Shipping

If you’re an Indian resident, you can expect to receive the artwork within four (4) weeks from the time of order.

International Shipping

If you’re a resident of a different country, you can expect to receive the artwork within three (3) weeks of dispatch followed by shipping duration variable to your location.

Returns and Insurance
Return Policy

As a norm, once purchased, you cannot return or exchange any artwork. You can however be rest assured that in the event of your order being damaged or impaired in any way, we will provide complete cooperation from our end.

Return process for damaged orders

If in the rare occasion the artwork received is damaged in transit and received in a damaged condition by you, please visit the Exchange and Return page.

Curators Recommendation

This drawing, crafted with charcoal, graphite, and soft pastels, holds a deeply personal dedication. In the canvas stands a female figure, her graceful form turned away from us, inviting us to explore the secrets she carries on her back.
 
As you examine the drawing, you’ll see a group of koi fishes. These vibrant and determined creatures symbolize resilience. The Japanese saying “koi no taki-nobori” (“koi climbing the rapids”) reflects this too, in the belief that the carp is a spirited fish, so strong that it can fight its way up waterfalls, and through its strength and determination overcome all obstacles.
 
This drawing is a heartfelt tribute to the extraordinary women in my family, my mother, my sisters, their daughters and my sisters-in-law as well. Their stories, their sacrifices, and their unwavering love have shaped my life and inspired me in countless ways. As I see this artwork, I let it serve as a constant reminder of the remarkable lineage of strong, resilient, and beautiful women I am fortunate to be connected with.
 
“Koi no Taki Nobori” celebrates the legacy of my family’s women, honoring their indomitable spirit and their ability to transform adversity into enduring strength and grace. By sharing this piece, I hope to bring a deeper appreciation for women, and people in general.

Genuine

Take home a unique piece of art, sourced directly from the artists and personally reviewed and verified by the founders. We provide a certificate of authenticity along with the artwork.

Distinguished

Work with a family of well-known, passionate artists who truly put the power of compelling visuals above all else.

Secure

We want to give you a stress-free experience. To that end, the House of Creativity does not save or collect any of your payment information.

How to properly care for your artwork

1. Watercolors are vulnerable to damage. It is best to frame them under glass as the protective panel to keep your art away from dust, moisture, and infestation.

2. Use glazed UV-coated Plexiglass when framing your watercolor.

3. When exposed to moisture, watercolors may shift, run, or break.

4. Do not hang opposite a surface where it is exposed to full sunlight or extreme humidity as exposure to ultraviolet rays will damage paper.

5. Keep your artwork away from fluorescent light.

6. No dramatic changes in the environment.

7. To avoid damage, keep paining in regulated temperatures and humidity levels.

Shipping and Delivery
Domestic Shipping

If you’re an Indian resident, you can expect to receive the artwork within four (4) weeks from the time of order.

International Shipping

If you’re a resident of a different country, you can expect to receive the artwork within three (3) weeks of dispatch followed by shipping duration variable to your location.

Returns and Insurance
Return Policy

As a norm, once purchased, you cannot return or exchange any artwork. You can however be rest assured that in the event of your order being damaged or impaired in any way, we will provide complete cooperation from our end.

Return process for damaged orders

If in the rare occasion the artwork received is damaged in transit and received in a damaged condition by you, please visit the Exchange and Return page.

Curators Recommendation

This drawing, crafted with charcoal, graphite, and soft pastels, holds a deeply personal dedication. In the canvas stands a female figure, her graceful form turned away from us, inviting us to explore the secrets she carries on her back.
 
As you examine the drawing, you’ll see a group of koi fishes. These vibrant and determined creatures symbolize resilience. The Japanese saying “koi no taki-nobori” (“koi climbing the rapids”) reflects this too, in the belief that the carp is a spirited fish, so strong that it can fight its way up waterfalls, and through its strength and determination overcome all obstacles.
 
This drawing is a heartfelt tribute to the extraordinary women in my family, my mother, my sisters, their daughters and my sisters-in-law as well. Their stories, their sacrifices, and their unwavering love have shaped my life and inspired me in countless ways. As I see this artwork, I let it serve as a constant reminder of the remarkable lineage of strong, resilient, and beautiful women I am fortunate to be connected with.
 
“Koi no Taki Nobori” celebrates the legacy of my family’s women, honoring their indomitable spirit and their ability to transform adversity into enduring strength and grace. By sharing this piece, I hope to bring a deeper appreciation for women, and people in general.

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