CHINESE SCHOLAR'S MOUNTAIN
Scholar's Rocks (or Gongshi) began as stones that resembled or represented mythological and famous mountains in China. Gongshi evolved from Chinese garden stones, which vary in height up to 5 or 6 feet. Some Chinese literati and Taoist monks wanted to bring these mountains into their studios for meditation and contemplation while they wrote or painted. So smaller stones with the same qualities were found and initially received as gifts. They gained great favor among the literati and the Imperial court and have remained popular for over 1,000 years.
Available for Sale is a Very Unique Scholar's Mountain. It has a rough texture, and has 3 peaks. I obtained this piece in New York City about 12 years ago. I contacted Joe-Hynn Yang, Head of Chinese Works of Art Dept. at Sotheby's North America, who estimated the value up to $1500. I was informed by another Ebayer that this is a Dark Version of Lingbi Stone, which is quite rare! It sets on a wooden pedestal, formed to fit the rock.
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Measures: 9" H x 9.25" L
Weight: 7 lbs.
Buyer to pay $28 Shipping via Fedex Ground. Insurance included in S&H.
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