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Chinese Scholar Stone Wuling Rock on Stand
Chinese Scholar Stone Wuling Rock on Stand

Chinese Scholar Stone Wuling Rock on Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Chinese scholar stone originated from Wuling Mountains, Hunan Province in central China.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Chinese Scholar Stone Caitao Rock on Display Stand
Chinese Scholar Stone Caitao Rock on Display Stand

Chinese Scholar Stone Caitao Rock on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Caitao type Chinese scholar stone presented on a carved confirming wood stand circa 1990s.

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1990s Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Chinese Scholar Stone Tall Slender Lingbi Rock on Display Stand
Chinese Scholar Stone Tall Slender Lingbi Rock on Display Stand

Chinese Scholar Stone Tall Slender Lingbi Rock on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

The naturally weathered stone from Lingbi, Anhui Province were collected and priced by Chinese scholars since Tang dynasty.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Malachite Rock on Display Stand Chinese Scholar Stone
Malachite Rock on Display Stand Chinese Scholar Stone

Malachite Rock on Display Stand Chinese Scholar Stone

Located in Atlanta, GA

A malachite rock specimen with intense green and black colors fitted on a wood stand and displayed as a Chinese scholar stone. The gemstone in the botryoidal form was polished in thr...

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20th Century American Chinoiserie Natural Specimens

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Stone

Large Chinese Scholar Stone Rare Red Taihu Rock on Display Stand
Large Chinese Scholar Stone Rare Red Taihu Rock on Display Stand

Large Chinese Scholar Stone Rare Red Taihu Rock on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

The naturally weathered stones from Lake Tai were collected and priced by Chinese scholars since Tang dynasty when using them in garden became vogue.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Large Malachite Rock on Display Stand Chinese Scholar Stone
Large Malachite Rock on Display Stand Chinese Scholar Stone

Large Malachite Rock on Display Stand Chinese Scholar Stone

Located in Atlanta, GA

A large malachite rock specimen with intense green and black colors fitted on a wood stand and displayed as a Chinese scholar stone. The gemstone in the vertical botryoidal form was ...

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20th Century American Chinoiserie Natural Specimens

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Stone

Malachite Rock on Display Stand as a Chinese Scholar Stone
Malachite Rock on Display Stand as a Chinese Scholar Stone

Malachite Rock on Display Stand as a Chinese Scholar Stone

Located in Atlanta, GA

Displayed on a black custom carved wood stand, this solid malachite rock specimen with intense green and black colors functions as a Chinese scholar stone. The gemstone showcases the...

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20th Century American Chinoiserie Natural Specimens

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Stone

Abstract Stone Sculpture Chinese Scholar Stone on a Faux Marble Stand
Abstract Stone Sculpture Chinese Scholar Stone on a Faux Marble Stand

Abstract Stone Sculpture Chinese Scholar Stone on a Faux Marble Stand

Located in Miami, FL

This captivating antique Chinese scholar stone, estimated to be from the late 19th century, evokes a sense of tranquility and inspires contemplation.

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Organic Modern Natural Specimens

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Stone

Asian Scholar Stone
Asian Scholar Stone

Asian Scholar Stone

Located in Winnetka, IL

This is a curved chinese scholar stone set in a wood stand . With their exotic shape and many crevices these stones were highly appreciated and considered spirit stones.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Quality Chinese Scholar Rock
Quality Chinese Scholar Rock

Quality Chinese Scholar Rock

Located in Norwood, NJ

Chinese Scholar stone, Meditation stone, Appreciation stone or Dream stone.

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Late 20th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Natural Malachite Rock on Display Stand as Chinese Scholar Stone
Natural Malachite Rock on Display Stand as Chinese Scholar Stone

Natural Malachite Rock on Display Stand as Chinese Scholar Stone

Located in Atlanta, GA

The slab form rock is displayed as a viewing stone on a fitted wood base by an American collector of Chinese scholar rocks.

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20th Century American Chinoiserie Natural Specimens

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Stone

Natural Malachite Rock on Display Stand as Chinese Scholar Stone
Natural Malachite Rock on Display Stand as Chinese Scholar Stone

Natural Malachite Rock on Display Stand as Chinese Scholar Stone

Located in Atlanta, GA

The slab form rock is displayed as a viewing stone on a fitted wood base by an American collector of Chinese scholar rocks.

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20th Century American Chinoiserie Natural Specimens

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Stone, Malachite

Natural Malachite Rock on Display Stand as Chinese Scholar Stone
Natural Malachite Rock on Display Stand as Chinese Scholar Stone

Natural Malachite Rock on Display Stand as Chinese Scholar Stone

Located in Atlanta, GA

The slab form rock is displayed as a viewing stone on a fitted wood base by an American collector of Chinese scholar rocks.

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20th Century American Chinoiserie Natural Specimens

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Stone, Malachite

Natural Malachite Rock on Display Stand as Chinese Scholar Stone
Natural Malachite Rock on Display Stand as Chinese Scholar Stone

Natural Malachite Rock on Display Stand as Chinese Scholar Stone

Located in Atlanta, GA

The slab form rock is displayed as a viewing stone on a fitted wood base by an American collector of Chinese scholar rocks.

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20th Century American Chinoiserie Natural Specimens

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Stone

Chinese Hetian Nephrite Jade Scholar's Stone
Chinese Hetian Nephrite Jade Scholar's Stone

Chinese Hetian Nephrite Jade Scholar's Stone

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine Chinese scholar's stone. Made of nephrite jade from the Hotan (Hetian) region of China.

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20th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Jade

Chinese Taihu Scholar Stone Sculpture on Wood Stand
Chinese Taihu Scholar Stone Sculpture on Wood Stand

Chinese Taihu Scholar Stone Sculpture on Wood Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Chinese scholar stone in an upright mushroom form displayed on a custom wood stand.

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Chinese Gray Lingbi Scholar Stone, Early 20th Century
Chinese Gray Lingbi Scholar Stone, Early 20th Century

Chinese Gray Lingbi Scholar Stone, Early 20th Century

Located in Austin, TX

A fantastic Chinese scholar's stone, called gongshi, of gray lingbi limestone, mounted on a hardwood stand, late Qing or early Republic, early 20th century, circa 1910, China .

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Limestone

Rare Chinese Kun Scholar Stone on Display Stand
Rare Chinese Kun Scholar Stone on Display Stand

Rare Chinese Kun Scholar Stone on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

This sublime Chinese scholar stone was collected from the Jade Peaks in the Kun Mountains, Jiangsu Province.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Chinese Lingbi Scholar Stone Arched Form on Display Stand
Chinese Lingbi Scholar Stone Arched Form on Display Stand

Chinese Lingbi Scholar Stone Arched Form on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

A small desk top Chinese scholar stones (also known as Gong Shi, meditation stone and spirit rock) fitted on a hand-carved wood stand circa late 19th century.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Large Spectacular Chinese Lingbi Scholar Stone on Stand
Large Spectacular Chinese Lingbi Scholar Stone on Stand

Large Spectacular Chinese Lingbi Scholar Stone on Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

One of the most visually arresting Chinese scholar stones (also known as Gong Shi, meditation stone and spirit rock) we have ever had on offer.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Rare Chinese Xuan Scholar Stone on Display Stand
Rare Chinese Xuan Scholar Stone on Display Stand

Rare Chinese Xuan Scholar Stone on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

A rare Xuan type Chinese scholar stone on a carved wood stand circa 19th century Qing dynasty.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Chinese Scholar Rock Lingbi Stone on Display Stand
Chinese Scholar Rock Lingbi Stone on Display Stand

Chinese Scholar Rock Lingbi Stone on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

A tall Chinese scholar stone (also known as Gong Shi in Chinese; meditation stone and spirit rock in the West) of significant weight and volume is gracefully balanced on the wood dis...

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20th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Abstract Scholar Rock Viewing Stone on Wood Stand
Abstract Scholar Rock Viewing Stone on Wood Stand

Abstract Scholar Rock Viewing Stone on Wood Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

While Chinese scholar stones are appreciated all over the world, many collectors also look into their local stone sources that reflect the same spirit and philosophy of using the vie...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Abstract Scholar Rock Viewing Stone on Wood Stand
Abstract Scholar Rock Viewing Stone on Wood Stand

Abstract Scholar Rock Viewing Stone on Wood Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

While Chinese scholar stones are appreciated all over the world, many collectors also look into their local stone sources that reflect the same spirit and philosophy of using the vie...

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20th Century American Modern Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Natural Malachite Scholar Stone on Display Stand
Natural Malachite Scholar Stone on Display Stand

Natural Malachite Scholar Stone on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

A natural malachite stone on a fitted wood stand displayed as a Chinese scholar stone (Gong Shi), also known as meditation stone.

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20th Century American Organic Modern Scholar's Objects

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Malachite

Natural Malachite Scholar Stone on Display Stand
Natural Malachite Scholar Stone on Display Stand

Natural Malachite Scholar Stone on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

A natural malachite boulder on a fitted wood stand displayed as a Chinese scholar stone (Gong Shi), also known as meditation stone.

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20th Century American Organic Modern Scholar's Objects

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Malachite

Chinese Black Lingbi Scholar Stone with White Crystal on Display Stand
Chinese Black Lingbi Scholar Stone with White Crystal on Display Stand

Chinese Black Lingbi Scholar Stone with White Crystal on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Chinese scholar stone of white Lingbi type in upright mushroom form presented on a carved conforming wood base.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Large and Substantial Chinese Scholar Rock on Display Stand
Large and Substantial Chinese Scholar Rock on Display Stand

Large and Substantial Chinese Scholar Rock on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

A stunning upright Chinese scholar stone (also known as Gong Shi, meditation stone and spirit rock) of significant weight and volume is gracefully balanced on the wood display stand.

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Chinese Scholar Rock Chrysanthemum Stone
Chinese Scholar Rock Chrysanthemum Stone

Chinese Scholar Rock Chrysanthemum Stone

Located in Atlanta, GA

Highly collectible as gemstone, it was cherished as scholar stone in Chinese culture and graced the collector's study.

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Chinese Carved Lapis Lazuli Scholar Stone
Chinese Carved Lapis Lazuli Scholar Stone

Chinese Carved Lapis Lazuli Scholar Stone

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Chinese scholar rock carved from a natural lapis stone and displayed on a brocade wrapped stand circa late 19th century Qing Dynasty.

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Chinese Taihu Scholar Stone on Display Stand
Chinese Taihu Scholar Stone on Display Stand

Chinese Taihu Scholar Stone on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

Perhaps one of the most popular stone types due to their exotic form and various colors, they have been collected and prized by Chinese scholars since Tang dynasty when using them in...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Extraordinary Chinese Scholar Rock Ying Stone on Stand
Extraordinary Chinese Scholar Rock Ying Stone on Stand

Extraordinary Chinese Scholar Rock Ying Stone on Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

The Chinese scholar rock on offer here is a wonderful example of Ying (also known as Yingde stone), a less common type than Lingbi or Taihu.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Asian Scholar Stone
Asian Scholar Stone

Asian Scholar Stone

Located in Winnetka, IL

Gongshi (chinese)also known as scholars rocks are naturally occurring or shaped rocks which are traditionally appreciated by chinese scholars. they can be any color and are in chines...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Large Chinese Scholar Rock Lingbi Stone on Display Stand
Large Chinese Scholar Rock Lingbi Stone on Display Stand

Large Chinese Scholar Rock Lingbi Stone on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

An impressive Chinese scholar Lingbi stone (also known as Gong Shi in Chinese; meditation stone and spirit rock in the West) of substantial height and mass on a carved wood display s...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Antique Chinese Scholar Rock Yingde Stone on Display Stand
Antique Chinese Scholar Rock Yingde Stone on Display Stand

Antique Chinese Scholar Rock Yingde Stone on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

Yingde stone was harvested from Guangdong province in Southern China, one of the four famous types of Chinese viewing stones (also known as Gongshi, meditation stone or spirit stone).

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Extraordinary Chinese Taihu Scholar Stone Rare Form on Display Stand
Extraordinary Chinese Taihu Scholar Stone Rare Form on Display Stand

Extraordinary Chinese Taihu Scholar Stone Rare Form on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

Perhaps one of the most popular stone types due to their exotic form and various colors, they have been collected and prized by Chinese scholars since Tang dynasty when using them in...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Chinese Yellow Scholar Taihu Stone on Wood Stand
Chinese Yellow Scholar Taihu Stone on Wood Stand

Chinese Yellow Scholar Taihu Stone on Wood Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Chinese Taihu scholar rock is displayed on a carved wood base in an vertical form.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Limestone

Chinese Gray Scholar's Rock
Chinese Gray Scholar's Rock

Chinese Gray Scholar's Rock

Located in Hudson, NY

Chinese Gray Scholar's Rock, of naturalistic form, on early 19th century rosewood stand.

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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Large Chinese 'Taihu' Scholar Stone on Custom Carved Wood Stand
Large Chinese 'Taihu' Scholar Stone on Custom Carved Wood Stand

Large Chinese 'Taihu' Scholar Stone on Custom Carved Wood Stand

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Spectacular Chinese 'Taihu' scholar's stone. Naturally formed limestone mounted on gorgeous carved hardwood stand.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Chinese Scholar Rock Yellow Taihu Stone on Wood Stand
Chinese Scholar Rock Yellow Taihu Stone on Wood Stand

Chinese Scholar Rock Yellow Taihu Stone on Wood Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

On offer is a tall Chinese Taihu scholar rock in an upright mushroom-cloud shape displayed on a custom wood stand.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Limestone

Rare Chinese Yellow & White Gongshi Scholar's Stone Golden Cabbage On Stand 20c
Rare Chinese Yellow & White Gongshi Scholar's Stone Golden Cabbage On Stand 20c

Rare Chinese Yellow & White Gongshi Scholar's Stone Golden Cabbage On Stand 20c

Located in Richmond, CA

Gongshi, also known as scholar rocks or spirit stones, have been revered in Chinese culture for centuries, particularly among scholars, poets, and artists.

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Late 20th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Stunning Tall Chinese White "Infinity" Stone Taihu Scholar Rock from Old Jiangsu
Stunning Tall Chinese White "Infinity" Stone Taihu Scholar Rock from Old Jiangsu

Stunning Tall Chinese White "Infinity" Stone Taihu Scholar Rock from Old Jiangsu

Located in South Burlington, VT

A tall and rare treasure This is a beautiful example of an old white antique Chinese Taihu viewing stone or scholar rock mounted in a custom hand-carved hard wood base.

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Monumental Chinese Scholar's Water Stone on Carved Base 5 Ft
Monumental Chinese Scholar's Water Stone on Carved Base 5 Ft

Monumental Chinese Scholar's Water Stone on Carved Base 5 Ft

Located in Rio Vista, CA

An immense and rare large-scale Chinese scholar's limestone Lingbi rock or water stone presented on an intricately carved hardwood display stand.

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20th Century Chinese Organic Modern Scholar's Objects

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Limestone

Extraordinary Large Chinese Scholar Rock Yellow Taihu Stone on Wood Stand
Extraordinary Large Chinese Scholar Rock Yellow Taihu Stone on Wood Stand

Extraordinary Large Chinese Scholar Rock Yellow Taihu Stone on Wood Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

The stone itself is about 26.5 inches high. Stones from Taihu lake was among the four famous scholar rocks since ancient time in China.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Limestone

Chinese Painted Soapstone Scholar's Rock Sculpture
Chinese Painted Soapstone Scholar's Rock Sculpture

Chinese Painted Soapstone Scholar's Rock Sculpture

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful Chinese hand painted soapstone scholar's rock sculpture.

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Cast Stone

Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Green Serpentine Scholar Rock Diety Stone
Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Green Serpentine Scholar Rock Diety Stone

Early 20th Century Antique Chinese Green Serpentine Scholar Rock Diety Stone

Located in Atlanta, GA

Chinese, probably late 19th to early 20th century. Super heavy piece, great quality and carving to this antique scholar rock!.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Serpentine

Tall Elegant Chinese Scholar Rock Yellow Taihu Stone on Wood Stand
Tall Elegant Chinese Scholar Rock Yellow Taihu Stone on Wood Stand

Tall Elegant Chinese Scholar Rock Yellow Taihu Stone on Wood Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

The stone itself is about 34 inches high. Stones from Taihu lake was among the four famous scholar rocks since ancient time in China.

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Limestone

Antique Chinese Scholar's Fruit Inkstone, Late 19th Century
Antique Chinese Scholar's Fruit Inkstone, Late 19th Century

Antique Chinese Scholar's Fruit Inkstone, Late 19th Century

Located in Chicago, IL

A fixture of the Chinese scholars' studio, the inkstone was among the "Four Treasures of the Study" and was used in calligraphy and landscape painting along with paper, ink and brush.

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Republic Period Chinese Carved Fluorite Scholars Ceremonial Libation Cup
Republic Period Chinese Carved Fluorite Scholars Ceremonial Libation Cup

Republic Period Chinese Carved Fluorite Scholars Ceremonial Libation Cup

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Fine Antique Chinese Carved Fluorite Libation Cup. Beautiful natural striations through the piece with vibrant colors photographed under light. No chips or unnatural cracks.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Precious Stone

Chinese Green Stone Calligraphy Brush
Chinese Green Stone Calligraphy Brush

Chinese Green Stone Calligraphy Brush

Located in Chicago, IL

Along with paper, ink and inkstone, the brush is one of the Four Treasures of the scholar’s studio. Arguably the most important tool, the brush served as a direct link to the artist’...

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Stone

A Framed Group of Five Chinese Dali Marble Scholar’s Stones, Late Qing Period
A Framed Group of Five Chinese Dali Marble Scholar’s Stones, Late Qing Period

A Framed Group of Five Chinese Dali Marble Scholar’s Stones, Late Qing Period

Located in Ottawa, Ontario

Although sometimes referred to as ‘paintings’ or ‘dream stones’, these are sections of Dali marble, quarried from the Cangshan mountain range in Western China and carefully chosen &a...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Scholar's Objects

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Marble, Brass

Chinese Scholars Rock On Custom Hardwood Base, Large Scale, Circa 1900
Chinese Scholars Rock On Custom Hardwood Base, Large Scale, Circa 1900

Chinese Scholars Rock On Custom Hardwood Base, Large Scale, Circa 1900

Located in Stamford, CT

The size of the stone can also be quite varied: scholars' rocks can weigh hundreds of pounds or less than one pound.The term also identifies stones which are placed in traditional Ch...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Chinese Persimmon Stone Calligraphy Brush
Chinese Persimmon Stone Calligraphy Brush

Chinese Persimmon Stone Calligraphy Brush

Located in Chicago, IL

Along with paper, ink and inkstone, the brush is one of the Four Treasures of the scholar’s studio. Arguably the most important tool, the brush served as a direct link to the artist’...

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20th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Stone

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Chinese Scholar's Rock

Chinese Scholar's Rock

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H 64 in W 28 in D 28 in

Chinese Scholar's Rock

Located in London, GB

Scholar's Rock | gongshi | Spirit Stones The daoist principle of 'pu' is very important for understanding gongshi. The word is translated as ‘uncarved block’ implying something th...

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Antique Late 18th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Large Vintage Chinese Lingbi Stone "Gongshi" Scholar's Rock, circa 1960
Large Vintage Chinese Lingbi Stone "Gongshi" Scholar's Rock, circa 1960

Large Vintage Chinese Lingbi Stone "Gongshi" Scholar's Rock, circa 1960

Located in Houston, TX

This large vintage Chinese "Gongshi" or scholar's rock from Lingbi, circa 1960 is mounted for display upon a custom made wooden base.

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Organic Modern Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Chinese Scholar's Rock, Lingbi Limestone

Chinese Scholar's Rock, Lingbi Limestone

Unavailable

H 38.59 in W 15.36 in D 10.63 in

Chinese Scholar's Rock, Lingbi Limestone

Located in London, GB

Scholar's Rock | gongshi | Spirit Stones The daoist principle of 'pu' is very important for understanding gongshi. The word is translated as ‘uncarved block’ implying something th...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Chinese Scholars Rock on Wooden Base
Chinese Scholars Rock on Wooden Base

Chinese Scholars Rock on Wooden Base

Unavailable

H 15 in W 19 in D 10 in

Chinese Scholars Rock on Wooden Base

Located in Woodbury, CT

Possibly what is referred to as Lingbi stone. Naturally formed over thousands of years . The back is unpolished and shows the probable iron content of the stone. The base was custom...

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20th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Stone

19th Century Chinese Gongshi Scholar's Rock
19th Century Chinese Gongshi Scholar's Rock

19th Century Chinese Gongshi Scholar's Rock

Unavailable

H 14 in W 13 in D 6 in

19th Century Chinese Gongshi Scholar's Rock

Located in New York, NY

Chinese Gongshi (Scholar’s Rock), a found and possibly augmented bronze colored Green Lingbi Stone, limestone with calcite deposits with adhesions of orange buff stone in the crevice...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Folk Art Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Large Chinese River Pebble Stone
Large Chinese River Pebble Stone

Large Chinese River Pebble Stone

Unavailable

H 20.87 in W 13 in D 11.82 in

Large Chinese River Pebble Stone

Located in London, GB

A beautiful exemplar of a Chinese Scholars' Rock. As far back as the Han Dynasty (200bc-200ad) we can see examples of rocks decorating gardens and courtyards. Scholars' Rocks are ...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

19th Century Chinese Sculptural Natural Root with Stone Inserts
19th Century Chinese Sculptural Natural Root with Stone Inserts

19th Century Chinese Sculptural Natural Root with Stone Inserts

Located in Paris, FR

A Chinese natural weathered root sculpture with yellow stone inserts. On a metal base.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Chinese Zi Sha Earthenware Calligraphy Ink Stone
Chinese Zi Sha Earthenware Calligraphy Ink Stone

Chinese Zi Sha Earthenware Calligraphy Ink Stone

Unavailable

H 5.25 in W 3.45 in D 1.25 in

Chinese Zi Sha Earthenware Calligraphy Ink Stone

Located in SOMIS, CA

This wonderful piece is a Chinese calligraphy ink stone/well where ink is made by grinding the ink stick to the stone.

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20th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Earthenware

17th / 18th c. "dream" stone
17th / 18th c. "dream" stone

17th / 18th c. "dream" stone

Unavailable

H 8.5 in W 8 in D 2.75 in

17th / 18th c. "dream" stone

Located in Hudson, NY

Chinese "dream" stone, 17th / 18th c. Black and white marble mounted on natural root wood base

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Chinese Rustic Scholar's Objects

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Marble

Sculptural Cave Stool in Dark Bronze by Elan Atelier
Sculptural Cave Stool in Dark Bronze by Elan Atelier

Sculptural Cave Stool in Dark Bronze by Elan Atelier

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H 17.7 in W 15.4 in D 15.4 in

Sculptural Cave Stool in Dark Bronze by Elan Atelier

By Elan Atelier

Located in New York, NY

Sculptural Cave Stool in Dark Bronze by Elan Atelier Inspired by the Chinese scholars' stones and brush pots, the cave stool is a wonderous sculptural form.

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2010s Unknown Modern Stools

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Bronze

Cave Hurricane in Antique Bronze with Glass Shade from Elan Atelier
Cave Hurricane in Antique Bronze with Glass Shade from Elan Atelier

Cave Hurricane in Antique Bronze with Glass Shade from Elan Atelier

By Elan Atelier

Located in New York, NY

Cavee Hurricane in Antique Bronze with Glass Shade from Elan Atelier Inspired by the Chinese Scholars' stones, the cave hurricane candle stand is a sculptural beauty in cast bronze ...

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2010s European Modern More Candle Holders

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Bronze

Set of Six Calligraphy Brushes and Rosewood Stand
Set of Six Calligraphy Brushes and Rosewood Stand

Set of Six Calligraphy Brushes and Rosewood Stand

Unavailable

H 14.25 in W 13.5 in D 4.25 in

Set of Six Calligraphy Brushes and Rosewood Stand

Located in SOMIS, CA

Beautiful new collection of calligraphy brushes with beads made of assorted materials. Featured here a set of six pieces, each respectively adorned with glass, marble, ceramic, stone...

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2010s Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Framed Chinese Stone Rubbing of Calligraphy of Scholars
Framed Chinese Stone Rubbing of Calligraphy of Scholars

Framed Chinese Stone Rubbing of Calligraphy of Scholars

Located in Greenwich, CT

Chinese stone rubbing of calligraphy and Scholars.

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Vintage 1920s Chinese Prints

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Paper

Chinese Scholar Stone Gong Shi
Chinese Scholar Stone Gong Shi

Chinese Scholar Stone Gong Shi

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H 17.75 in W 15 in D 11 in

Chinese Scholar Stone Gong Shi

Located in Atlanta, GA

On offer is a Chinese scholar stone known as "Gong Shi" or "Meditation Stone".

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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Limestone

Chinese Scholars' Stone
Chinese Scholars' Stone

Chinese Scholars' Stone

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H 20.5 in W 9.5 in D 8 in

Chinese Scholars' Stone

Located in Chicago, IL

A 19th century red limestone Chinese scholars' stone from China's Jiangsu Province with carved rosewood base.

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Antique 19th Century Sculptures

Two Chinese Scholar's Stones
Two Chinese Scholar's Stones

Two Chinese Scholar's Stones

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H 8.5 in W 6 in D 4 in

Two Chinese Scholar's Stones

Located in Rochester, NY

Two Chinese scholar's rocks with wooden stands. Granite.

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Modern Scholar's Objects

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Granite

Chinese Scholar Stone with Carved Base
Chinese Scholar Stone with Carved Base

Chinese Scholar Stone with Carved Base

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H 12 in W 29 in D 13 in

Chinese Scholar Stone with Carved Base

Located in Dallas, TX

a large scholar or viewing stone with carved base

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

Chinese Scholar Stone Taihu Rock on Stand
Chinese Scholar Stone Taihu Rock on Stand

Chinese Scholar Stone Taihu Rock on Stand

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H 25.5 in W 13 in D 6 in

Chinese Scholar Stone Taihu Rock on Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

Artistically created by Mother Nature, the stones from Taihu Lake has been eroded by water into unusual shapes and forms, for which they were collected and priced by Chinese scholars...

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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Limestone

Chinese Scholar Stone Rare Red Taihu Rock on Display Stand
Chinese Scholar Stone Rare Red Taihu Rock on Display Stand

Chinese Scholar Stone Rare Red Taihu Rock on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

The naturally weathered stones from Lake Tai were collected and priced by Chinese scholars since Tang dynasty when using them in garden became vogue.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Antique Chinese Scholars Stone, Rock of Contemplation, Early 20th Century
Antique Chinese Scholars Stone, Rock of Contemplation, Early 20th Century

Antique Chinese Scholars Stone, Rock of Contemplation, Early 20th Century

Located in Prahran, Victoria

Antique Chinese sculptural 'scholars stone' on a fitted wood Stand, early 20th century.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

A 19th Century Chinese Scholar's Stone on a Wooden Stand
A 19th Century Chinese Scholar's Stone on a Wooden Stand

A 19th Century Chinese Scholar's Stone on a Wooden Stand

Located in Chicago, IL

This impressive (and heavy) polished stone resembles a scholar's mountain as depicted in Chinese traditional paintings.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Mounted Objects

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Stone

Asian Scholar Stone
Asian Scholar Stone

Asian Scholar Stone

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H 15 in W 8 in

Asian Scholar Stone

Located in Winnetka, IL

Chinese scholar stones are naturally occurring shaped rocks.

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Antique Early 19th Century Scholar's Objects

An Tall Taihu Scholar Stone (Gongshi)
An Tall Taihu Scholar Stone (Gongshi)

An Tall Taihu Scholar Stone (Gongshi)

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H 30.5 in W 9 in D 6 in

An Tall Taihu Scholar Stone (Gongshi)

Located in Austin, TX

An elegant and evocative Chinese scholar stone or rock (gongshi) of Taihu stone.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

Large Horizontal Chinese Lingbi Scholar Stone on Display Stand
Large Horizontal Chinese Lingbi Scholar Stone on Display Stand

Large Horizontal Chinese Lingbi Scholar Stone on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Chinese scholar stone of Lingbi type in horizontal form presented on a carved conforming wood base.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Large Chinese Horizontal Gray Lingbi Scholar Stone with Grotto on Display Stand
Large Chinese Horizontal Gray Lingbi Scholar Stone with Grotto on Display Stand

Large Chinese Horizontal Gray Lingbi Scholar Stone with Grotto on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

A wonderfully formed Chinese scholar stone of Lingbi type presented on a carved wood base with curvy conforming contour.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Chinese Scholars' Lingbi Stone
Chinese Scholars' Lingbi Stone

Chinese Scholars' Lingbi Stone

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H 21 in W 29 in D 12 in

Chinese Scholars' Lingbi Stone

Located in Chicago, IL

A 19th century Chinese scholars' lingbi stone with wonderful veining and negative spaces.

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Antique 19th Century Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Large Chinese "Gongshi" Scholar Stone
Large Chinese "Gongshi" Scholar Stone

Large Chinese "Gongshi" Scholar Stone

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H 31.5 in W 17.72 in D 13.78 in

Large Chinese "Gongshi" Scholar Stone

Located in Kastrup, DK

Large Scholar stone. Mounted on custom hand carved hard wood bases with flowers.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Balin Scholars Stone
Balin Scholars Stone

Balin Scholars Stone

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H 21.5 in W 12 in D 7 in

Balin Scholars Stone

Located in Chicago, IL

Following the gentle form, marbled coloring and natural veins of this sculptural Balin stone, formed hundreds of millions of years ago in Dongbei China, is considered to be deeply me...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Stone, Steel

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Chinese Scholar Stones For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of Chinese scholar stones available for sale. Frequently made of stone, wood and limestone, all Chinese scholar stones available were constructed with great care. Find 152 antique and vintage Chinese scholar stones at 1stDibs now, or shop our selection of 15 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished furniture. There are all kinds of Chinese scholar stones available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 21st Century. Chinese scholar stones made by Modern designers — are very popular at 1stDibs.

How Much are Chinese Scholar Stones?

Prices for Chinese scholar stones can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, Chinese scholar stones begin at $88 and can go as high as $19,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,480.

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