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Malachite Rock Specimen on Display Stand as a Viewing Stone

Offered by: Tishu

Description
A malachite specimen with intense color and beautiful pattern fitted on a wood stand. The front was polished while the sides and the back were left natural. It is displayed vertically as a viewing stone possibly by a previous 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 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.
The stand has an inscription under the base showing "NV and a number". It is likely from US by origin.

More Information

Origin:	United States
Period:	1980-1999
Materials:	malachite and wood
Condition:	Good. Natural surface. Wood stand shows some wear.
Creation Date:	20th century
Styles / Movements:	Other, Modern, Asian
Patterns:	Abstract, Asian/Oriental, Geometric
Incollect Reference #:	544961

Dimensions

W.	6 in;	H.	7 in;	D.	1.8 in;
W.	15.24 cm;	H.	17.78 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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