Qing‑Dynasty Meat‑Stone Ornament,17th‑19th Century,Destination:New York
专场: Autumn Asian Art Auction (Part 3)
拍品描述
Dimensions:Length 9.5 cm,width 8 cm,weight 282gCondition & Provenance:The natural stone remains whole without fractures.Natural layered striations are fully intact with smooth surface.Minor ancient edge nicks occurred over long‑term circulation.Color gradations are entirely natural.No modern dyeing,gluing or artificial polishing alterations.This specimen comes from a well‑known private collection of oriental curiosities located in Upper East Side,New York,USA.It was dispersed overseas via Hong‑Kong antique dealers in 1970s and preserved within collector’s specialized holdings of traditional Chinese viewing stones.Description:This Qing‑Dynasty meat‑stone is a classic Chinese scholar‑table ornament.Natural mineral layers alternate white,red and brown tones highly simulating streaky pork.The translucent fat‑like bands contrast vividly against rich deep‑red meat‑toned strata.Striations flow organically with fine smooth texture.The lifelike realistic appearance makes it a cherished antique decorative object.Meat‑stone specimens have long been favored by Chinese literati and collectors.Well‑preserved Qing‑Dynasty examples with distinct layers carry outstanding aesthetic appeal and collectible value.
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