CHINESE JADE SCHOLARS / MEDITATION STONE ON STAND
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CHINESE JADE GREENERY SCHOLARS / MEDITATION / VIEWING STONE: Liaoning Provence, China. Stone with naturally occurring jadeite, moss agate, serpentine and other natural minerals. Including an carved wood stand imitating bamboo. Stone: 11"h x 17.5"l x 1.125"d, Wood stand: 2.75"h x 17"l. Greenery stones are named because of the naturally occurring patterns which suggest landscapes full of trees, grasses and other natural forms. Beginning as early as the Yuan (1279 - 1368) Dynasty Chinese scholars and artists displayed these on their desk's as objects of contemplation which were appreciated for their natural beauty. PROVENANCE: Purchased for a prominent Ft. Myers private collection from Pagoda Red (www.PagodaRed.com)
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CHINESE JADE SCHOLARS / MEDITATION STONE ON STAND
Estimate $500 - $1,000
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