Morbid Being art prints – set of 3

Over 1,000 years ago in China, goldfish began to be selectively bred for their appearance. Over generations, increasingly unusual shapes and colors emerged. Fish that were initially kept primarily for food became creatures of extraordinary form.

During the Ming Dynasty, this breeding continued to develop. Especially sought after were forms with long, flowing fins, highly rounded bodies, striking eyes, and increasingly unusual proportions. Some of these fish had silhouettes reminiscent of flowers and were therefore poetically referred to as "peonies in the water."

Their beauty lies not in classical perfection, but precisely in something fragile, alien, and almost morbid. Their slow movements, exaggerated forms, and seemingly weightless bodies give them a peculiar, almost surreal effect.

To this day, goldfish hold a special cultural significance in China and are considered, among other things, a symbol of luck, prosperity, and beauty. Over the centuries, this resulted in bred forms that lie between natural appearance and human imagination. "Morbid Being" draws attention to this unusual aesthetic.

• Set of 3 limited edition art prints
• Format: A3, 297 × 420 mm each
• Risograph printed in Zurich, Switzerland
• Lessebo natural paper, 200 g/m²
• Cradle to Cradle Certified® and FSC®-certified paper
• Limited edition: 200 copies
• Swiss Made
• Concept & Design: Bienvenue Studios