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Stunning Pair of Red and Black Chinese Taihu Infinity Scholar Stones

$2,280List Price

About the Item

This is a stunning pair (two) of tall Chinese Taihu infinity viewing stones or scholar rocks. One is red and one is black and each come mounted in a custom hand-carved hard wood base. Dimensions: Both are 16.5 inches high with stand and 7 inches wide with stand Taihu stones are known as infinity stones because of their bountiful natural holes composition which evoke infinite spaces and spiritual layers. Taihu are natural occurring limestone specimens and come from Lake Tai in South eastern China. They are now hard to find as harvesting them is now prohibited. Black and especially red colors are especially hard to find today. This is our first near matching pair of these colors we have had the privilege to handle in more than a decade dealing in Chinese scholar stones. They are exemplary examples. Beautiful examples that are naturally occurring- harvesting now prohibited by Chinese government Only one pair available- both come with custom hand carved wood bases as shown Display with your favorite plants or singly for a beautiful visual effect. Provenance: Our specimens come from a forty year old private Chinese collection. Please see below for more historical information about these fascinating works of art. Lifetime Guarantee of Authenticity. All our Asian works of art are accompanied by our lifetime guarantee of authenticity. Our gallery based in Shelburne, Vermont USA has been dealing in authentic Japanese , Chinese, and fine Asian art, garden ornaments, lanterns and water basins for 25 years. The president personally travels to China, Japan and Europe each year to meet his network partners who assist him in finding best examples. He personally inspects each antique work of art to ensure its old age, authenticity and quality condition. About Tai Hu Infinity Rocks: Found mostly in the vast drainage areas of Tai Lake, these limestone rocks are hard , with slight variations among those taken from Lake beds. They are fresh looking with soft color and their multiple, linked perforations produced from years of wave and water erosion make them aesthetically pleasing. Often referred to as - infinity stones- with their pale gray to ivory, or red tint, Taihu rocks are usually large and are regarded as the best garden rocks. Artificial hills made of Taihu rocks give the appearance of strange peaks looming up or chains of hills connected by streams and bridges, with successive peaks along narrow, twisted paths. Small Taihu rocks of good quality are rare and meant for indoor appreciation. The beauty of Taihu rocks comes from their natural perforations, wrinkles, and hollows which enhance their open appearance. They are cut and shaped from large formations and are superb decor inside your home or office or out of doors in your special garden space.

Dimensions:
Height: 16.5 in (41.91 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Stone,Hand-Crafted
Place of Origin:
China
Period:
20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
20th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
South Burlington, VT
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU1289210627791

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