Original Koi Betta Illustration | Framed Pen, Ink & Watercolor Art by Gene Irvin (1934–2026) | Ready to Hang

No two Koi Betta fish look alike — and that's exactly what makes them so captivating. Their marbled coloration shifts and changes throughout their lives, driven by a genetic mutation discovered by a betta breeder in the 1970s. Patches of red, teal, yellow, orange, and silver appear and rearrange themselves unpredictably, giving each fish a living, evolving canvas.

Arizona wildlife artist Gene Irvin captured that complexity with dense, intricate pen and ink crosshatching layered over marbled watercolor washes — a technique that mirrors the fish's own extraordinary texture and iridescence. The result is one of the most visually striking pieces in Gene's collection.

This is not a print. This is the original, one-of-a-kind artwork — drawn and painted by hand, signed by the artist, and ready to hang.

Artwork Details:

• Medium: Original pen, ink & watercolor illustration on paper (not a reproduction)
• Artwork Size: 8×10"
• Framed Size: 15.5×12.375" (double-matted and framed, ready to hang)
• Artist: Gene Irvin (1934–2026) — Arizona-based wildlife artist, Gene's Pen & Ink
• Style: Freshwater fish art | Aquarium hobbyist decor | Exotic fish illustration | Collector's original

Why Collectors Love It:
Whether you're a Betta fish enthusiast, an aquarium hobbyist, a lover of exotic fish art, or simply someone drawn to the extraordinary visual complexity of this piece, it commands attention in any room. A truly unique gift for anyone who keeps or loves Betta fish.

Shipping & Details:

• Ships carefully packaged to any address in the United States
• Part of the finite, irreplaceable collection of works by the late Gene Irvin (1934–2026)