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Threshing Stone Drum

Offered by: PAGODA RED

Description
This low stone pedestal is an early 19th-century mill stone or roller stone, used for threshing grain on a farm in China's Shanxi province. The heavy stone would have been would have been pulled across a grain harvest, by man or ox, to separate the grain from the straw and chaff. Hand-carved of solid limestone, the cylindrical column has strong presence indoors or out as a minimalist side table, plant stand, or sculpture.

More Information

Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	c. 1800
Styles / Movements:	Traditional, Asian
Dealer Reference #:	TLB125
Incollect Reference #:	804870

Dimensions

H.	18 in;	Diam.	11 in;
H.	45.72 cm;	Diam.	27.94 cm;

Message from Seller:

PAGODA RED is a Chicago-based gallery celebrating extraordinary objects, handmade artistry, and the rich stories they carry from around the world. For inquiries or appointments, please call 773.235.1188 or email us at info@pagodared.com.