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Impressive Ancient Chinese Scholar Root as Table
Located in Stamford, CT
An impressive ancient Chinese scholar root now a table with custom glass top.
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Antique Early 17th Century Chinese Coffee and Cocktail Tables
Materials
Wood
Chinese Taihu Scholar Stone on Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
four famous stones since ancient time in China. They have been collected and prized by Chinese scholars
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
Chinese Scholar Rock Wuling Stone on Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
An unusual Chinese scholar stone originated from Wuling Mountains, Huan Province in central China
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
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
Materials
Stone
Chinese Scholar Rock Wen Stone on Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning upright Chinese scholar stones (also known as Gong Shi, meditation stone and spirit rock
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20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
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
Materials
Stone
Chinese Scholar Rock Kun Stone on Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
Catalogue Scholars' Rocks in Ancient China" by Kemin Hu page 33.
"The Romance of Scholar's Stones
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
Extraordinary Chinese Scholar Rock Yingde Stone on Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
The Chinese scholar rock on offer here is a wonderful example of Yingde stone, a less common type
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
Chinese Scholar Rock Yellow Taihu Stone on Wood Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
ancient time in China. They have been collected and prized by Chinese scholars since Tang dynasty when
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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects
Materials
Limestone
Chinese Scholar Rock Yellow Taihu Stone on Wood Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
stones since ancient time in China. They have been collected and prized by Chinese scholars since Tang
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects
Materials
Limestone
Antique Chinese Scholar Rock Yingde Stone on Display Stand
Located in Atlanta, GA
An intriguing Chinese scholar rock in vertical form presented on a custom hand-carved wood stand
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
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
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
Japanese "Suiseki" Mountain View Scholar's Stone / Elegant Mountain Scenery
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a stone mined in Japan.
Not only in China but also in Japan from ancient times, rocks in
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
H 4.89 in W 12.92 in D 3.94 in
Japanese Old Scholar's Stone / Odd Shaped Appreciation Stone / Suiseki
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a stone mined in Japan.
Not only in China but also in Japan from ancient times, rocks in
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Early 20th Century Japanese Taisho Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
Old Japanese Scholar's Stone / Beautiful Appreciation Stone/Natural Stone
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a stone mined in Japan. Measure: w 22cm.
Not only in China but also in Japan from ancient
Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
H 5.24 in W 8.67 in D 2.29 in
Old Japanese Scholar's Stone/Tortoise Shell Type Stone/AppreciationStone/suiseki
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a stone mined in Japan.
Not only in China but also in Japan from ancient times, rocks in
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Early 20th Century Japanese Other Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
H 11.23 in W 10.83 in D 9.45 in
Chinese Calligraphy Brush Bamboo Scroll Poems
Located in Somis, CA
A very large, 17" Chinese calligraphy brush with carved bamboo handle. The handle is a bamboo
Category
2010s Chinese Scholar's Objects
Materials
Bamboo
Chinese Guardian's Tail Inkstone, circa 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
subculture in ancient China, and demanded their own set of tools that were not only functional, but also
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
Chinese Horse and Full Moon Inkstone, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
subculture in ancient China, and demanded their own set of tools that were not only functional, but also
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
Chinese Flora and Fauna Inkstone, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
subculture in ancient China, and demanded their own set of tools that were not only functional, but also
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
China "Glowing River Light" Extraordinary Natural Stone "Painting"
Located in South Burlington, VT
Extraordinary natural work, one of a kind
This Chinese extraordinary natural stone "painting" of
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Late 20th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects
Materials
Marble
Antique Chinese Hand Carved Hardstone Brush Washer Archaic Ruyi Qing early 20
Located in Richmond, CA
ruyi heads, a nod to the rich heritage of ancient Chinese art. These designs are intricately carved
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
Vintage Chinese Finely Carved Yellow Pixiu Archaic Dragon Seal w/Stand 20th Cent
Located in Richmond, CA
, linking it to ancient Chinese traditions and folklore.
What elevates this seal further is the material's
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20th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
H 2.17 in W 2.09 in D 2.09 in
Chinese Rare Large Earthy Green And Yellow Jade Bi Disc with Vibrant Colors
Located in South Burlington, VT
from the most ancient of Chinese history-Hongshan/Liangzhou/Longshan (4700-2190 BCE) Qi Jia cultures
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects
Materials
Jade
Antique Ruby Red Glass Overlay Snuff Bottle Fisherman Wood Gatherer Qing c.1900
Located in Richmond, CA
philosophical and spiritual life of ancient China. These motifs are laden with meaning and serve as reminders of
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Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects
Materials
Silver
No Reserve
H 2.68 in W 1.66 in D 0.87 in
Black Bronze Censer in Beast Form
Located in Somis, CA
A unique beast form incense burner in an ancient design. The beast's head makes the lid while its 4
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20th Century Chinese Scholar's Objects
Materials
Bronze
Japanese "Suiseki" Makkouseki from Ehime
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a stone mined in Japan.
Not only in China but also in Japan from ancient times, rocks in
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
Japanese "Suiseki" with Pink color / Natural Stone Carving
Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba
This is a stone mined in Japan.
Not only in China but also in Japan from ancient times, rocks in
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Showa Scholar's Objects
Materials
Stone
Rare Japanese Traveling Cabinet Oi Edo Period
Located in Atlanta, GA
case is known as Ji, traditionally used by the traveling scholars or monks in the ancient time to carry
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Antique 18th Century Japanese Edo Scholar's Objects
Materials
Silk, Bamboo, Wood, Lacquer, Paper
Chinese Blue and White Scholars' Scene Ginger Jar
Located in Chicago, IL
Working within the time-honored tradition of Chinese blue-and-white ceramics, this lidded ginger
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Seven Chinese Cast Bronze Ancient Articles 19thC
Located in Big Flats, NY
Seven Chinese Cast Bronze Ancient Articles Including Buddha Heads and Elephants 19thC
Measures
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
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
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Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Organic Modern Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
Antique Fully Carved Scholar's Cabinet
Located in Somis, CA
scenes from an opera of a victorious historic battle, a favorite theme in ancient China. Spectacular
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture
Materials
Wood
Antique Red Gilded Carved Scholar's Cabinet
Located in Somis, CA
battle, a favorite theme in ancient China. Spectacular details include the flags, fans, horses, armors
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture
Materials
Wood
China 618-907 Ad Tang Dynasty Ancient Earthenware Sculpture of a Walking Horse
Located in Miami, FL
Chinese ancient period of the Tang Dynasty (618-907 AD) featuring the finely sculptural figure of a horse
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Tang Antiquities
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Earthenware, Pottery
H 14.05 in W 13.5 in D 5.5 in
Ancient Chinese Coin Series Figural Abstract by Anna Wu Weakland
Located in Soquel, CA
Figural abstract inspired by Chinese art and calligraphy featuring a large totem-like form in
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Late 20th Century Modern Abstract Paintings
Materials
Oil, Cardboard, Paper, Ink
H 38 in W 31.5 in D 2 in
Chinese Cinnabar Lacquer Cuspidor
Located in New Orleans, LA
construction is illustrated in Treasures of the Chinese Scholar by Fang Jing Pei, page 151.
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Antique 18th Century Chinese Other Lacquer
Materials
Lacquer
Scholar Rock, Nephrite Jade by Robert Kuo, Hand Carved, Limited Edition
By Robert Kuo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
,” Nephrite Jade is prized for both its aesthetic beauty and symbolic value, with the ancient Chinese
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2010s Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Jade
Chinese Archaisit Cast Bronze Ding Tripod Censer, Early 20th Century, China
Located in Austin, TX
ding, at type of ritual tripod vessel used for serving food, is an ancient form from China, with
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Early 20th Century Chinese Archaistic Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
Pair of Chinese Bamboo Vertical Flutes ‘Xiao’
Located in London, GB
province of Guizhou is famous for its excellent bamboo flutes which are a symbol of the Chinese scholar
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Vintage 1910s Chinese More Asian Art, Objects and Furniture
Materials
Bamboo
Ming Dynasty Period Scholar's Garden: Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Lacquer Kang Table
Located in Fukuoka, JP
a canvas for the rich narrative of a scholar's life in ancient China.
The table's surface is a
Category
Antique 16th Century Japanese Ming Furniture
Materials
Wood
H 8.47 in W 13.78 in D 24.02 in
Hand-Carved Chinese Puddingstone Basin
Located in Chicago, IL
A clean-lined interpretation of an ancient form, this footed basin was hand-carved by artisans in
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Organic Modern Sculptures and Carv...
Materials
Limestone
Chinese Nan Yang Meditation Stone
Located in Chicago, IL
stone can be deeply meditative. Scholars in ancient China decorated their studios or gardens with stones
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Natural Specimens
Materials
Stone
Provincial Chinese Wheel Disc, c. 1850
Located in Chicago, IL
of sculpture, reminiscent of a scholars' rock or ancient stone bi disc.
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Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Rustic Mounted Objects
Materials
Elm
Hand-Carved Chinese Footed Stone Basin
Located in Chicago, IL
China and prized by scholars for its exceptional patterning. Puddingstone was the preferred material for
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stone
Hand-Carved Chinese Footed Stone Basin
Located in Chicago, IL
A clean-lined interpretation of an ancient form, this footed basin was hand-carved of zhenzhu stone
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Minimalist Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stone
Ancient Pair of Italian Maiolica Dishes Milano, circa 1770
By Felice Clerici
Located in Milano, IT
directly inspired by Chinese porcelain from the Kang'hsi period known as "Famille Rose". The Clerici
Category
Antique 1770s Italian Rococo Ceramics
Materials
Maiolica
Hand-Carved Chinese Footed Stone Basin
Located in Chicago, IL
A clean-lined interpretation of an ancient form, this footed basin was hand-carved of zhenzhu stone
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Decorative Bowls
Materials
Stone
Chinese Antique Narrow Altar Table with Cloud Motif
Located in Somis, CA
elegant reclusiveness favored by the scholars. The style of the everted flanges borrowed from China
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Furniture
Materials
Wood
A LARGE ANTIQUE CHINESE ARCHAIC BRONZE CENSER BOWL 19th C
Located in London, GB
A LARGE ANTIQUE CHINESE ARCHAIC BRONZE CENSER BOWL 19th C.
This is an old cast bronze piece with
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Antique 1850s Chinese Metalwork
Materials
Bronze
19th Century Chinese Spirit Screen with Duan Stone
Located in Chicago, IL
. Screens have been popular in China since ancient times, and over the centuries, many varieties emerged
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Antique Early 19th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
Materials
Stone
19th Century Large Chinese Wood Root Carving, Circa 1870
Located in Central England, GB
Chinese burr root wood carved sculpture depicts an elderly scholar. It is made from numerous individual
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Wood
Ceramic Statuette Representing Immortal Li Tieguai Yellow Blue China 19thCentury
Located in Beuzevillette, FR
from a XIXth or early XXth shop.
Interesting and fine work
China - 19th century
Li Tieguai is
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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Terracotta
H 9.45 in Dm 2.96 in
Neolithic Chinese Pottery Provenance Dr. Philip Gould (1922-2020)
Located in Santa Monica, CA
, ornately decorative terracotta vase, standing as a significant testament to ancient Chinese artistry
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Vases
Materials
Clay, Pottery
Chinese Antique Hand-Carved Stone Figure of Buddhas' Kasyapa
Located in South Burlington, VT
ancient rishi listed in the colophon verse in the Brihadaranyaka Upanishad and called a self-made scholar
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Limestone
Painted Chinese Kang Table with Stone Inlay, c. 1900
Located in Chicago, IL
with finely carved stone and lacquer inlay of ancient bronzes, scholars' objects, and vases bearing
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Furniture
Materials
Agate, Soapstone
Chinese Export Mandarin Warrior Famille Rose Vase, Now as a Lamp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
ancient Chinese culture. On the reverse side, warriors present themselves to the emperor at the Forbidden
Category
Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Table Lamps
Materials
Metal
Neolithic Chinese Pottery Provenance Dr. Philip Gould (1922-2020)
Located in Santa Monica, CA
pottery, with dimensions of 10 1/2" H x 10" W, is a testament to the ancient artistry and craftsmanship
Category
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Chinese Vases
Materials
Clay, Pottery
Chinese Carved Celadon and Russet Jade Mythical Animal, Ming Dynasty or Earlier
Located in Austin, TX
jade, Ming Dynasty or earlier, China.
The mythical animal masterfully carved as a chimera, with a
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Antique 17th Century Chinese Ming Sculptures and Carvings
Materials
Jade
H 1.75 in W 2.5 in D 0.5 in
Rare Chinese circa 1840 Campaign Chest Ornate Metal Work Swastika Well Being
Located in GB
We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare circa 1840 Chinese hand carved campaign chest
Category
Antique 1840s Chinese Campaign Furniture
Materials
Wood
H 23.23 in W 29.73 in D 14.57 in
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