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Chinese Taihu Stone

$980per item
£744per item
€850.98per item
CA$1,369.20per item
A$1,522.85per item
CHF 795.19per item
MX$18,531.48per item
NOK 10,155.74per item
SEK 9,524.29per item
DKK 6,351.16per item
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Taihu stones are naturally occurring limestone rocks native to Lake Tai in Jiangsu Province, China. They are revered as scholars' rocks and meditation stones and are frequently used in Asian gardens to represent the mountains in a balanced landscape along with architecture, water, plants, trees, and flowers. Formed underwater, taihu stones develop intriguing textures owing to the uneven erosion of softer minerals deposited within the limestone. We enjoy them vertically and horizontally planted amidst garden foliage, adding a unique sculptural presence to any outdoor space. The dimensions, coloration, and texture of each taihu stone is distinct. Length varies between 50" and 59"; diameter varies between 6" and 10".
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 59 in (149.86 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    Contemporary
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  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: TAIHU-C1stDibs: LU82007506423

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