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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

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

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 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

Materials

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

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 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 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

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

Materials

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

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

Chinese Taihu Scholar Stone on Display Stand

Located in Atlanta, GA

A vertical Taihu scholar stone in a wonderful grotto form perched on a custom wood stand.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

Materials

Stone

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 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

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

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

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

A visually arresting tall vertical scholar stone of Lingbi type balanced on a fitted wood base.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export 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

A stunning Taihu scholar stone in an unusual horizonal balanced form perched on a custom wood stand.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Old Japanese Scholar's Stone/"Suiseki"/Appreciation Stone
Old Japanese Scholar's Stone/"Suiseki"/Appreciation Stone

Old Japanese Scholar's Stone/"Suiseki"/Appreciation Stone

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is an old vermilion suiseki from Japan. Not only in China but also in Japan, rocks from mountains have been quarried and shaped for appreciation since ancient times. These deco...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Scholar's Objects

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Stone

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

Old Japanese Scholar's Stone / Beautiful Appreciation Stone/Natural Stone
Old Japanese Scholar's Stone / Beautiful Appreciation Stone/Natural 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 times, rocks in the mountains have been shaved and stones for viewing have been qua...

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Early 20th Century Japanese Showa Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Japanese old small appreciation stone/scholar's stone/scenery of cliff/[suiseki]
Japanese old small appreciation stone/scholar's stone/scenery of cliff/[suiseki]

Japanese old small appreciation stone/scholar's stone/scenery of cliff/[suiseki]

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

In Japan, there are stones for viewing called suiseki. The same culture has existed in China since ancient times. Suiseki is a Japanese culture and hobby of appreciating stones indoo...

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20th Century Japanese Showa Scholar's Objects

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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

Old Japanese small Stone Figurine in the Shape of Daruma / Scholar's Stone
Old Japanese small Stone Figurine in the Shape of Daruma / Scholar's Stone

Old Japanese small Stone Figurine in the Shape of Daruma / Scholar's Stone

Located in Sammu-shi, Chiba

This is collected from rivers and mountains. It is a natural stone, and only the surface has been polished. It is rounded, so I think it was probably picked up from a river. I think...

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20th Century Japanese Meiji 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

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

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

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

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

Contemporary Scholar's Stone II (white with blue light)

Contemporary Scholar's Stone II (white with blue light)

By Kristina Larson

Located in New Orleans, LA

Kristina Larson creates biomorphic three-dimensional works primarily out of clay. Within her multidisciplinary practice she seeks to blur the lines between art, craft, and design by ...

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2010s Abstract Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic, Glaze, LED Light

Contemporary Scholar's Stone I (black with pink light)

Contemporary Scholar's Stone I (black with pink light)

By Kristina Larson

Located in New Orleans, LA

Kristina Larson creates biomorphic three-dimensional works primarily out of clay. Within her multidisciplinary practice she seeks to blur the lines between art, craft, and design by ...

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2010s Abstract Abstract Sculptures

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Ceramic, Glaze, LED Light

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 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

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

Materials

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

Materials

Stone, Malachite

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

Natural Malachite Rock on Display Stand as a Scholar Stone

Located in Atlanta, GA

It 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 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

Xl Gungzhou stone ritual disk
Xl Gungzhou stone ritual disk

Xl Gungzhou stone ritual disk

Located in Winnetka, IL

This is a very large great looking scholar stone on a custom black stand . Remarkable objects made from precious stone are ritual discs unearthed all over china.

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Early 20th Century Chinese 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

Striking Natural Malachite Specimen on Display Stand as Scholar Stone
Striking Natural Malachite Specimen on Display Stand as Scholar Stone

Striking Natural Malachite Specimen on Display Stand as Scholar Stone

Located in Atlanta, GA

The vertical 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

Materials

Malachite

Early 20th Century Natural Chinese Scholar Stone on Custom Wood Base
Early 20th Century Natural Chinese Scholar Stone on Custom Wood Base

Early 20th Century Natural Chinese Scholar Stone on Custom Wood Base

Located in Stamford, CT

Early 20th Century natural Chinese scholar rock or stone on custom wood base. Scholar rocks, also known as viewing stones or 'gongshi', are natural stones that have been appreciated ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Natural Specimens

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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

Chinese Burled Hardwood Scholar Rock, Republic Period, 20th Century
Chinese Burled Hardwood Scholar Rock, Republic Period, 20th Century

Chinese Burled Hardwood Scholar Rock, Republic Period, 20th Century

Located in Austin, TX

The hardwood scholar "stone" meant to imitate dark lingbi limestone, with a fantastic shape featuring alluring perforations and hollows, mimicking a natural weather and water formed ...

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Vintage 1940s Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Hardwood, Burl

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

Fine Chinese Rootwood Scholar's Stand in Hongmu, Sanduo Form, Late Qing
Fine Chinese Rootwood Scholar's Stand in Hongmu, Sanduo Form, Late Qing

Fine Chinese Rootwood Scholar's Stand in Hongmu, Sanduo Form, Late Qing

Located in Nottingham, GB

Celebrated for their balance between nature and craftsmanship, these sculptural supports elevated everything from porcelain and jade to bronze censers and scholar's stones. By the la...

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Antique Late 19th Century Scholar's Objects

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Wood

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

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

For two similar Ying stone, see illustrations on 90 and 92 in the book " Spirit Stone The Ancient Art of the Scholar's Rock by Kemin Hu and Thomas S.

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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Stone

Extraordinary Chinese Scholar Ying Stone on Stand with Collector Seal
Extraordinary Chinese Scholar Ying Stone on Stand with Collector Seal

Extraordinary Chinese Scholar Ying Stone on Stand with Collector Seal

Located in Atlanta, GA

For two Yingde stones, see illustrations on 90 and 92 in the book " Spirit Stone: The Ancient Art of the Scholar's Rock by Kemin Hu and Thomas S.

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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 remarkable work of art created by mother nature. Stones such as this from Taihu lake was among the four famous stones: Taihu, Lingbi, Yingde and Kun Stones, since ancient time in ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Limestone

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

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

A remarkable work of art created by mother nature. Stones such as this from Taihu lake was among the four famous stones: Taihu, Lingbi, Yingde and Kun Stones, since ancient time in ...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Chinese Export Scholar's Objects

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Limestone

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

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

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Japanese Scholar's Stone
Japanese Scholar's Stone

Japanese Scholar's Stone

Unavailable

H 9.75 in

Japanese Scholar's Stone

Located in Seattle, WA

Japanese scholar’s stone (suiseki). The Japanese continue the Chinese tradition of collecting unusual, rare and evocatively shaped stones as objects of appreciation.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Sculptures

Japanese Scholar's Stone
Japanese Scholar's Stone

Japanese Scholar's Stone

Unavailable

H 8 in

Japanese Scholar's Stone

Located in Seattle, WA

Japanese tall columnar scholar’s stone (suiseki). The Japanese continue the Chinese tradition of collecting unusual, rare and evocatively shaped stones as objects of appreciation.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Sculptures

Asian Dramatic White "Scholar" Stone
Asian Dramatic White "Scholar" Stone

Asian Dramatic White "Scholar" Stone

Located in Seattle, WA

A heavily weathered and worn naturally formed stone on a contemporary wood and metal base. Dramatic stones, often refered to as scholar stones, are greatly appreciated in Asian cult...

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20th Century Japanese Sculptures

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Stone

Asian Dramatic White "Scholar" Stone
Asian Dramatic White "Scholar" Stone

Asian Dramatic White "Scholar" Stone

Located in Seattle, WA

A heavily weathered and worn naturally formed stone on a contemporary wood and metal base. Dramatic stones, often refered to as scholar stones, are greatly appreciated in Asian cult...

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20th Century Japanese Sculptures

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Stone

Unusual Japanese Scholar's Stone
Unusual Japanese Scholar's Stone

Unusual Japanese Scholar's Stone

Unavailable

H 4.5 in W 7 in

Unusual Japanese Scholar's Stone

Located in Seattle, WA

Japanese scholar’s stone (suiseki) of unusual horizontal form.

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Early 20th Century Japanese Sculptures

Campo del Cielo Meteorite Scholar's Stone
Campo del Cielo Meteorite Scholar's Stone

Campo del Cielo Meteorite Scholar's Stone

Unavailable

H 9.25 in W 7.25 in D 5.5 in

Campo del Cielo Meteorite Scholar's Stone

Located in Seattle, WA

Based on carbon analysis, the meteorite fell 4000-6000 years ago. Mounted as a scholar's stone on a frosted acrylic stand. 9 ¼" high x 7 ¼" wide x 5 ½" deep.

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier Argentine Collectibles and Curiosities

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.

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Antique Late 19th 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

Chinese Scholar's Rock

Unavailable

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.

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Antique Late 18th 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

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

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

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

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

Tibetan Ritual Conch Shell with Silver and Stones
Tibetan Ritual Conch Shell with Silver and Stones

Tibetan Ritual Conch Shell with Silver and Stones

Located in Fossano, IT

Tibetan ritual conch shell. Made with a Shankha (turbinella pyrum), that is a holy shell with religious importance in Hinduism and Buddhism, is used as a trumpet in rituals. The shel...

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Mid-20th Century Tibetan Scholar's Objects

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Silver

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

Asian Schalor's Miniature Cabinet
Asian Schalor's Miniature Cabinet

Asian Schalor's Miniature Cabinet

Unavailable

H 9.5 in W 24 in D 9.8 in

Asian Schalor's Miniature Cabinet

Located in Greenwich, CT

Asian elmwood small desk top cabinet for storage scholar's objects, ink stone, brushes etc

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Vintage 1930s Chinese Scholar's Objects

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Wood

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

Unavailable

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.

Category

2010s Unknown Modern Stools

Materials

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 ...

Category

2010s European Modern More Candle Holders

Materials

Bronze

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. Old stone stele rubbed with ink on paper Conservation Framed Conservation framed is the quality of using by museum framing using al...

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Prints

Materials

Paper

Gongshi or Scholar's Rock, based
Gongshi or Scholar's Rock, based

Gongshi or Scholar's Rock, based

Unavailable

H 76 in Dm 16.89 in

Gongshi or Scholar's Rock, based

Located in Chicago, IL

Long ago, the Chinese began decorating gardens and courtyards with large stones, and around 1,000 years ago smaller, more refined stones began to be brought inside by scholars, offic...

Materials

Stone

Pair of Japanese Two-Fold Screens with Flower Arrangements and Rare Birds
Pair of Japanese Two-Fold Screens with Flower Arrangements and Rare Birds

Pair of Japanese Two-Fold Screens with Flower Arrangements and Rare Birds

Located in Milano, IT

The composition of this pair of screens seems inspired by the same amusement: kept on an elaborate perch or in an elegant cage fitted with a scholar’s stone, these birds are intended...

Category

Antique 18th Century Japanese Paintings and Screens

Materials

Paper

Untitled
Untitled

Reuben CoxUntitled, 2007/10

Unavailable

H 22 in W 17 in D 1.75 in

Untitled

By Reuben Cox

Located in New York, NY

Cox has had numerous solo shows: Bagatelles, Blackston (2012); Portraits of Musicians, Midway (2008); The Work of Joe Webb (2007), The Scholar's Stones of Lethe Gardens (2006) and Wh...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Color Photography

Materials

C Print

Untitled
Untitled

Reuben CoxUntitled, 2007/10

Unavailable

H 24 in W 20 in D 1.75 in

Untitled

By Reuben Cox

Located in New York, NY

Cox has had numerous solo shows: Bagatelles, Blackston (2012); Portraits of Musicians, Midway (2008); The Work of Joe Webb (2007), The Scholar's Stones of Lethe Gardens (2006) and Wh...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Abstract Color Photography

Materials

Color

Attractive But Light on Content. 1991-Present
Attractive But Light on Content. 1991-Present

Attractive But Light on Content. 1991-Present

By Reuben Cox

Located in New York, NY

Cox has had numerous solo shows: Bagatelles, Blackston (2012); Portraits of Musicians, Midway (2008); The Work of Joe Webb (2007), The Scholar's Stones of Lethe Gardens (2006) and Wh...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Naturalistic Still-life Photography

Materials

C Print

Lethe

Reuben CoxLethe, 2005

Unavailable

H 20 in W 24 in

Lethe

By Reuben Cox

Located in New York, NY

Cox has had numerous solo shows: Bagatelles, Blackston (2012); Portraits of Musicians, Midway (2008); The Work of Joe Webb (2007), The Scholar's Stones of Lethe Gardens (2006) and Wh...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Naturalistic Color Photography

Materials

C Print

Lethe

Reuben CoxLethe, 2005

Unavailable

H 24 in W 20 in

Lethe

By Reuben Cox

Located in New York, NY

Cox has had numerous solo shows: Bagatelles, Blackston (2012); Portraits of Musicians, Midway (2008); The Work of Joe Webb (2007), The Scholar's Stones of Lethe Gardens (2006) and Wh...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Naturalistic Color Photography

Materials

C Print

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Scholar Stone For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal scholar stone for your home. Each scholar stone for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using stone, wood and limestone. There are 174 variations of the antique or vintage scholar stone you’re looking for, while we also have 15 modern editions of this piece to choose from as well. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect scholar stone — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. A scholar stone made by Arts and Crafts designers — as well as those associated with Mid-Century Modern — is very popular. A well-made scholar stone has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Nichols & Stone are consistently popular.

How Much is a Scholar Stone?

Prices for a scholar stone can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $88 and can go as high as $28,500, while the average can fetch as much as $1,480.

Finding the Right Asian-art-furniture for You

From Japanese handmade earthenware pottery, originating circa 14,500 B.C. and adorned with elaborate corded patterns known as jōmon, to natural elm case pieces and storage cabinets built in Qing dynasty–era China to mid-century Thai rice-paper charcoal rubbings, antique and vintage Asian art and furniture make for wonderful additions to all kinds of contemporary interiors.

Eastern elements elevate any home’s decor. Introduce zen sensibility to your living room, dining room and bedroom with the neutral color palettes and the natural materials such as rattan, bamboo and elm that we typically associate with traditional Asian furniture. Decorative handwoven embroideries and textiles originating from India and elsewhere on the continent, which can be draped over a bed or sofa or used as a wall hanging, can be as practical as they are functional, just as you wouldn’t seek out Japanese room-divider screens — often decorated with paintings but constructed to be lightweight and mobile — merely for privacy.

With everything from blanket chests to lighting fixtures to sculptures and carvings, it’s easy to tastefully bring serenity to your living space by looking to the treasures for which the East has long been known.

For British-born furniture designer Andrianna Shamaris, the Japanese concept of beauty in imperfection isn’t limited to her Wabi Sabi collection. She embraces it in her New York City apartment as well. In the living area, for instance, she retained the fireplace’s original black marble while swathing its frame and the rest of the room in bright white.

“We left the fireplace very clean and wabi-sabi, so that it blended into the wall,” says Shamaris, who further appointed the space with a hand-carved antique daybed whose plush pillows are upholstered in antique textiles from the Indonesian island of Sumba.

In the growing antique and vintage Asian art and furniture collection on 1stDibs, find ceramics from China, antiquities from Cambodia and a vast range of tables, seating, dining chairs and other items from Japan, India and other countries.