Tint Fish, Yellow

The Yellow Tint Fish is a playful yet sculptural lantern designed to bring warmth, character, and soft light to your space. Hand-painted in layered tones of golden yellow, burnt orange, and muted red with charcoal-black accents, this decorative fish features a side opening for a tealight candle and a metal chain for hanging. The heavily distressed surface reveals brush textures and worn paint throughout, giving it a rich, aged appearance. Its expressive form and textured finish create a bold focal point, whether lit or unlit.

The fish shape nods to Portugal’s strong connection to the sea. Fishing has long been part of daily life in many regions of the country, and decorative marine motifs continue to appear in both folk art and home design. This piece channels that heritage in a warm, expressive way.

This piece is shaped from hand-cut metal, painted in a base of yellow-gold with layered accents in red, orange, and black. The surface is hand-distressed to create a timeworn, multi-tonal patina. Raised dot textures cover the body in a stylized scale pattern, adding dimension and shadow. A hinged door at the side opens to hold a tealight candle, and a metal chain at the top provides easy hanging from hooks or brackets.

This piece draws inspiration from Portugal’s long-standing relationship with the ocean. Coastal towns across the country have rich histories of fishing, boat-building, and metalwork, with decorative objects often echoing the symbolism of the sea. The fish, both as a cultural icon and an everyday motif, appears throughout Portuguese art, ceramics, and traditional celebrations. This piece continues that legacy with a rustic and expressive interpretation. Its form and finish reflect the spirit of local workshops, where practical skill and creative expression come together.

At JJUIN, we work directly with artisans, mentoring them through refining their techniques and designs for the Western market. Beyond artistry, we empower our artisans with essential business tools, helping them navigate deadlines, negotiations, and customer expectations. This partnership supports the preservation of living traditions and ensures each piece is made with care, purpose, and lasting value.

This piece can be displayed in several ways. Hang it by the top chain in an entryway, sunroom, or covered patio to create a colorful and textured focal point. Use it with a tealight candle to cast a warm, flickering glow, or display it unlit as a bold sculptural object on a shelf or console.

The layered yellow and black finish adds contrast to neutral walls and integrates easily with warm woods or stone textures. Its expressive design and aged finish make it a natural addition to interiors that highlight craftsmanship, rich texture, and natural materials. 

This piece is part of a series available in red, blue, yellow, and green. Each variation carries its own unique tone and surface character, while sharing the same sculptural form and handcrafted texture. They can be styled individually for a quiet focal point or grouped together to create a cohesive arrangement that brings color, texture, and character into the space.

Notes for Design Professionals: The lantern’s golden yellow palette with blackened detail brings warmth and tonal richness to styled interiors. Its distressed surface and pierced texture add depth, especially in transitional areas or layered vignettes. The hanging chain offers flexibility in vertical styling, while its lightweight form allows it to be suspended or positioned on flat surfaces. Ideal for adding a touch of rustic coastal character to residential or hospitality settings.

Wipe gently with a dry, lint-free cloth. Avoid exposure to moisture or direct sunlight. Do not use chemical cleaners.

Every JJUIN piece is created by artisans, making each home decor truly one-of-a-kind in shape, tone, and expression.