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Antique Chinese Stone Egg Gongshi Suiseki

About the Item

A milennia old naturally formed and veined quartsite egg from Henan province, China. Found in the mountains these curious stones are collected in the spirit of Gongshi. Better known in its Japanese equivalent, Suiseki, stones like these are revered for their beauty, what we would call (in the west) ready made art. Next to their beauty they also represent the force of nature and act is intermediates in meditative practices. Mounted on a iron stand to secure it in place for display.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Width: 3.7 in (9.4 cm)Depth: 2.7 in (6.86 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    LOS ANGELES, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2408337715812
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