GUESTROOM :: | 2003 | 2002 | 2001 | 2000 | Carlos Genova | Ronald Koh | Jennifer Campbell | Mark Kennedy | Neil Eisman | Solveig Hallberg | :: GASTENKAMER

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Goldfish Goudvissen

Ronald Koh


Goldfish designed and folded by Ronald Koh.

Ronald is preparing a booklet dedicated to ornamental goldfish. There are many different varieties of ornamental goldfish and they are as special for some people as the crane is for Japanese people. The goldfish is symbolic for longevity, good luck and prosperity.


Wakin

The Wakin

The wakin is a variety that is not often seen in Singapore. It looks like a typical koi, or Japanese carp, with a disproportionately small goldfish tail.


Oranda

The Oranda

One of the more popular varieties. The better specimens spot a generous, jelly-like plumage and chunky, almost pot-bellied body.


Dubious Parentage

Goldfish of Dubious Parentage

As the name implies, these are the 'unclassified' specimens from uncontrolled cross-breeding. A goldfish is a goldfish, particularly for the budget-conscious. Dogs are not the only domestic creatures with this problem.


Ranchu

The Ranchu

Probably the closest thing in a freshwater aquarium to a swimming, feeding tennis ball. The rounder the specimen, the more it is prized, though a generous plumage plays a part. The better specimens have a distinct Gold-bronze colouration. Okay, the specimen you see here is not top of its class.


Veiltail

The Veiltail

Imagine a woman having to spend the rest of her life in her bridal gown, swimming wherever she wants to go. That's what the Veiltail looks like. It is characterised by a shimmering, veil-like tail that is usually as long or longer than the body. The other fins are also long than in other goldfish varieties.



GUESTROOM :: | 2003 | 2002 | 2001 | 2000 | Carlos Genova | Ronald Koh | Jennifer Campbell | Mark Kennedy | Neil Eisman | Solveig Hallberg | :: GASTENKAMER


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