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Chinese Yellow Scholar Taihu Stone on Wood Stand

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A Chinese Taihu scholar rock is displayed on a carved wood base in an vertical form. Well-balanced and resembling a mushroom head, the stone is of an uncommon deep yellow color with black mineral deposits nicely mixed into the waxy texture. Being exposed to the flowing water for millennium, the surface has been polished and weathered and is now smooth. Many grottoes puncture and permeate the piece. Interlinking and window-like, they create interesting positive and negative spaces for a meditative mind. A remarkable work of art created by mother nature.
Stones such as this from Taihu lake was among the four famous stones: Taihu, Lingbi, Yingde and Kun Stones, since ancient time in China. They have been prized by Chinese scholars as far back as Tang dynasty when using them in garden came in vogue. Later on, smaller pieces like this one were collected and displayed in the scholar's private study serving as a mini form of nature for meditation. In China, they are also known as Gongshi ("worshipped stone") and in the west, known also as Spirit Stone. With their exotic shape with and curious cavities and surface texture, these stones were highly appreciated as an inspiration with the philosophical idea that a piece of nature with spirit can be contained in human's adobe which in turn reflects the owner's virtue and cultural depth.

More Information

Origin:	China
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	stone, wood
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Natural surface as it is, minor contact wear on the wood base.
Creation Date:	early 20th century
Styles / Movements:	Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Abstract, Asian/Oriental, Geometric
Incollect Reference #:	779569

Dimensions

W.	8.5 in;	H.	21 in;	D.	6 in;
W.	21.59 cm;	H.	53.34 cm;	D.	15.24 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.