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Malachite Rock on Display Stand as a Chinese Scholar Stone

Offered by: Tishu

Description
Displayed on a black custom carved wood stand, this solid malachite rock specimen with intense green and black colors functions as a Chinese scholar stone. The gemstone showcases the prominent botryoidal form and was polished on all sides revealing beautiful swirling patterns and colors, except the very bottom of the back exposed the natural bedrock. It is collected and fitted on the wood base by an American collector of Chinese scholar rocks and marked with name and dated to 2006. Known as "Peacock Rock" in Chinese, it was a more recent tradition in China (from Qing Dynasty and on) to collect exotic gemstones such as malachite., lapis 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.
A small but stunning desktop piece that will surely draw visual attention.

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	2000-2021
Materials:	stone on wood
Condition:	Good. Natural surface as shown. Wood stand shows minor wear such as small scrapes and scratches.
Creation Date:	2006
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Abstract, Asian/Oriental, Geometric
Incollect Reference #:	682261

Dimensions

W.	9 in;	H.	5 in;	D.	5 in;
W.	22.86 cm;	H.	12.7 cm;	D.	12.7 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.