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    Sculptural and unusual stone formations have long been fixtures of the scholars' studio, displayed as sources of beauty and creative inspiration. Known as gongshi, or scholars' rocks...
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  • Jiulongbi Mountain Meditation Stone
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    A well-chosen stone is a focal point of both a traditional Chinese garden and a scholar's studio, evoking the complexities of nature and inspiring creative thought. Polished to bring...
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  • Chinese Guardian's Tail Inkstone, circa 1850
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    Scholarly pursuits such as painting, calligraphy, and poetry were a highly respected and revered subculture in ancient China, and demanded their own set of tools that were not only functional, but also beautiful. One of the "Four Treasures of the Study," inkstones such as this were used to mix dry ink with water for use in calligraphy painting. This 19th century inkstone is guarded by a mythical fu dog, or shizi, depicted with open jaws and a long mane of flowing curls. Resembling a Buddhist fly whisk...
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    Antique Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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  • Chinese Zitan Brush Pot with Soapstone Inlay, c. 1900
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    Set alongside the four treasures of the study - the calligraphy brush, ink, paper, and inkstone - a brush pot, or bitong, was an essential fixture of the scholars' desk. This beautif...
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    Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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    Soapstone

  • Chinese Literati Tea Tray, circa 1900
    Located in Chicago, IL
    This petite 19th century tray reflects the Qing-dynasty literati's taste for fine materials and balanced proportions. Once used to serve tea or hold scholarly implements, the tray is...
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    Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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  • Chinese Literati Tea Tray, circa 1900
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    This petite late 19th century tray reflects the Qing-dynasty literati's taste for fine materials and balanced proportions. Once used to serve tea or hold scholarly implements, the tr...
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    Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Qing Scholar's Objects

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    Hardwood

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