Elegant Chinese Dali Marble Scholar's Stone with Stand, Late Qing / Republic Period

Prized large scholar's rock (gongshi) displayed in its original carved wooden stand with aged patina. Known as a "dreamstone," the polished marble reveals black, white, and green veining.

Dimensions

Overall: 40 3/8ʺ H × 26 1/4ʺ W × 8ʺ D

Stone Only: 30 1/2ʺ H × 25ʺ W × 1ʺ D

Stand Only: 9 7/8ʺ H × 26 1/4ʺ W × 8ʺ D


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Given the polish, coloration, and stand style, likely dates from the late Qing dynasty to early Republic period (late 19th–early 20th century).

Overall very good antique condition commensurate with age.
-Marble surface shows natural inclusions and veining typical of Dali dreamstones.
-On one side/back edge, there is a shallow groove in the stone. It appears to be inherent to the stone or from original shaping rather than later damage or repair. This is only visible from certain angles and does not detract from the overall presentation.
-Wooden stand shows surface wear and losses to lacquer.

Dimensions:
Height: 40 in.
Width: 26 in.
Depth: 8 in.

Category: Home Accents
Origin: China
Materials: Marble

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Given the polish, coloration, and stand style, likely dates from the late Qing dynasty to early Republic period (late 19th–early 20th century).

Overall very good antique condition commensurate with age.
-Marble surface shows natural inclusions and veining typical of Dali dreamstones.
-On one side/back edge, there is a shallow groove in the stone. It appears to be inherent to the stone or from original shaping rather than later damage or repair. This is only visible from certain angles and does not detract from the overall presentation.
-Wooden stand shows surface wear and losses to lacquer.