Live Auction 18823Important Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art
A BLACK LINGBI VERTICAL SCHOLAR'S ROCK
Lot 1664 PROPERTY FROM A PRIVATE MASSACHUSETTS COLLECTION

A BLACK LINGBI VERTICAL SCHOLAR'S ROCK

19TH-EARLY 20TH CENTURY

Closed25 September 2020

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USD 13,750

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A BLACK LINGBI VERTICAL SCHOLAR'S ROCK
19TH-EARLY 20TH CENTURY
The rock has numerous small perforations and a prominent overhang to one side. The stone has a dimpled surface and is of homogeneous black color and with an attractive luster.
12 3/8 in. (31.4 cm.) high, hongmu stand

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This rock is an exceptionally high-quality specimen of Lingbi stone, with an attractive homogenous black surface and only limited occurrences of white calcite. The stone exhibits the typical Lingbi luster and texture, and emits a fine resonance when tapped with a metal object.