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Malachite Rock on Display Stand as a Viewing Stone

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A malachite rock specimen with intense green and black colors fitted on a wood stand. The gemstone in the botryoidal form was polished in all sides except one side with a fissure to reveal the beautiful swirling patterns and colors. It is displayed as a viewing stone on a fitted wood base by an American collector of Chinese scholar rocks. Known as "Peacock Rock" in Chinese, there was a more recent tradition in China (from Qing Dynasty and on) to collect the exotic gemstones such as malachite and turquoise specimen and place them in the study as the viewing stones. It was believed that it has power to bless the family and ward off evils.
Under the base, it was signed inside of the base as shown indicating the collector's name and the time it entered the collection (when the base was made).

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	2000-2021
Materials:	stone and wood
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Natural surface as shown. Wood stand shows minor wear.
Styles / Movements:	Modern, Asian
Patterns:	Abstract, Asian/Oriental, Geometric
Incollect Reference #:	589198

Dimensions

W.	6.5 in;	H.	6.5 in;	D.	4 in;
W.	16.51 cm;	H.	16.51 cm;	D.	10.16 cm;

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.