Large Black Taihu Scholar’s Rock,Qing Dynasty,17th‑19th Century

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Dimensions:Overall height with original stand 67 cm (26.38 in),rock height 55 cm (21.65 in),Qing Dynasty,17th‑19th CenturyCondition & Provenance:The Taihu rock is natural stone without major breakage or glue repairs.The cracks all over surface are natural stone veins formed through centuries of weathering,not man‑made damage.Multiple open hollow holes scatter across the body,hole edges show smooth patina from long‑time erosion.The dark stone skin is glossy and well‑developed,genuine old patina built from centuries of indoor display.Ancient carved inscriptions remain on reverse side,characters show natural weathering,no fresh cutting or polishing.The fitted old hardwood stand is original,finely carved with scrolling cloud motifs.The wood base fits the rock perfectly,minor wear consistent with age,no later restoration or replacement.This piece originates from a private collector of Asian art based in Virginia,USA.The collector specialized in antique Chinese scholar’s rocks.He acquired this specimen in 2001 from a long‑established Asian antique gallery in Toronto.It was displayed indoors under stable light and temperature all these years.Never cleaned or polished,original stone skin and patina are fully preserved.It becomes available on North‑American market recently as the collector reorganizes his collection.description:This tall black Taihu scholar’s rock from Qing dynasty is an impressive decorative piece for traditional Chinese hall and shturl.c fully embodies the classic aesthetic standards for Chinese viewing rocks:thinness,perforation,transparency and wrinkling.The stone rises vertically with dramatic twisting contours.Interconnected holes of varying sizes create fantastic depth,light traveling through openings delivers rich visual layers.It is made of dense dark‑toned Taihu stone,surface is full of rugged ridges and natural textures conveying ancient vicissitudes.Old carved inscription on back records past literati appreciation.The matching hardwood stand is skillfully carved with scrolling cloud patterns,custom shaped to hold the rock firmly.Taihu stone ranks among the most celebrated viewing stones in Chinese history.During Ming and Qing periods,intellectual elites loved placing such mountain‑like rocks in study and hall,to evoke mountain scenery without stepping outside.This large‑size specimen keeps its original antique stand,genuine aged patina and minimal artificial alteration.It serves as spectacular interior decor and holds great collectible value for serious scholar‑rock collectors.

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