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Large Fantastic Wood 'Scholars Rock'

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A large fantastic wood 'scholar's rock' The formation of natural knots, gnarled and twisted projections Of the variety greyish brown-toned wood, imitating a vertical scholar’s rock. Much appreciated by Chinese scholars for contemplation, artistic and poetic inspiration. Also in the west these fantastic wood formations resembling organic microcosm habitat Never stopped to inspire some surrealist artists like Max Ernst or Frantisek Muzika. Measures: 27¾" in. (70.5cm.) high. Approx. 10" in. (25.5 cm.) wide, 7" in. (17.5 cm.) deep. On soft wood stand. For comparison see Christie’s sale NY, 19 Sep 2002, lot 104 “Fine Chinese Archaic bronzes, Ceramics and Works of Art”.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27.75 in (70.49 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
  • Style:
    Chinese Export (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Other,Other
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    15th Century and Earlier
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Ottawa, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1417226078832
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