Ebony Carving Lucky Symbol Pig 1260g. Size: 21 x 12 x 11 cm The pig has the following symbols and meanings: Symbol of prosperity, fertility, and family happiness Symbol of wealth and prosperity Symbol of good luck Pigs are considered a symbol of "prosperity of descendants" because they have many offspring. Also, in a play on words, it is said that "things go smoothly." Pigs have been highly valued as food, especially in Europe since ancient Greece and Rome. They are also considered a symbol of wealth and prosperity because they have many offspring and give birth easily. In Germany, pigs are said to bring happiness in the new year. Search words Buddhist statue, Buddhist altar fittings, Shinto altar fittings, shrine, Buddhist temple, Goshuin (temple stamp) Ramma (transom), antiques, art, Muromachi period, Edo period, Edo Crafts, master craftsmen, wood carving, antique, wood carving Lacquer, lacquer art, suzuri (ink stone), calligraphy, Shinto, sake vessels, flower vessels, old folk tools Buddhism, famous monks, Zen sect, tea ceremony, matcha (powdered green tea), teacup, natsume (tea caddy), tea container Imari, Kutani, Seto pottery, antique, old art