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Small Chinese Scholar Taihu Stone on Display Stand

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A small Chinese Scholar Rock of Taihu type on a fitted hardwood stand. The stone displays an unique and elegant cantilevered shape. The deep brown tone of the stone has a dark red tint that is contrasted by a few strokes of white veins. The surface has become very smooth, polished by the flowing water in the Taihu Lake for millenniums. Several grottos were featured: some interlinked while the other open through, providing the viewer a very meditative experience when viewing this stone. At different angles. the stone reveals different form and color that further engages the viewer.
A remarkable work of art created by mother nature, Taihu lake stones were among the four famous stones since the ancient time in China. They have been collected and prized by Chinese scholars since Tang dynasty when they were used in garden design. Later on smaller pieces like this one found their way into the scholar's private study serving as a miniature form of nature for meditation. In China, they are also known as Gongshi or "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 to contain the nature in human's adobe.
Provenance: Purportedly purchased from Noted Collector, Author and Scholars' Rocks Expert Kemin Hu

More Information

Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	Stone on wood stand
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Natural stone surface, wood base with minor wear.
Creation Date:	20th century
Styles / Movements:	Bespoke, Asian, Traditional
Patterns:	Abstract, Asian/Oriental, Geometric, Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	496296

Dimensions

W.	5.5 in;	H.	3.5 in;	D.	1.8 in;
W.	13.97 cm;	H.	8.89 cm;	D.	4.57 cm;

Message from Seller:

Our collection ranges from Neolithic Art to 20th century collectible art and design. It spans 5000 thousand years of history and crosses many civilizations and cultures. Our aesthetic strongholds are Mid-century studio design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian Textile Art and Contemporary Aboriginal Art. The diversity is united behind our singular vision to seek for timeless beauty and driven purely by our passion

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