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What is a Lingbi stone?

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What is a Lingbi stone?
A Lingbi stone is a type of stone that comes from Lingbi County in the Anhui Province of China. The finely grained form of limestone is a common material for Chinese artisans from the region to use to create sculptures and other items. You'll find a selection of Lingbi stone art and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Chinese Scholar Stone Taihu Rock on Wood Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Chinese scholar stone in an upright mushroom form displayed on a custom wood stand. Wonderful and
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Chinese Scholar Stone Mountain Form with Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A small desk top Chinese scholar stones (also known as Gong Shi, meditation stone and spirit rock
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Large Chinese Scholar Stone Taihu Rock on Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A large and dramatic Chinese Gongshi (known as meditation stone or spirit stone) from Taihu (Lake
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Chinese Scholar Stone Rare Red Taihu Rock on Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Chinese Gongshi (known as meditation stone or spirit stone) from Taihu (Lake Tai) balanced on
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Malachite Rock on Display Stand Chinese Scholar Stone
Located in Atlanta, GA
as a Chinese scholar stone. The gemstone in the botryoidal form was polished in three sides except
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20th Century American Chinoiserie Natural Specimens

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Large Malachite Rock on Display Stand Chinese Scholar Stone
Located in Atlanta, GA
displayed as a Chinese scholar stone. The gemstone in the vertical botryoidal form was a solid boulder of
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20th Century American Chinoiserie Natural Specimens

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