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Please note that the use of the symbol ~ for this particular lot is in reference only to the accompanying wood stand for the lot.
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A LINGBI MOUNTAIN-FORM SCHOLAR’S ROCK
The blackish-grey stone is formed with several peaks of varying heights dominated by a lofty peak, with dramatic crevices, sharp ridges and deeply-furrowed hollows, reminiscent of a divine mountain range. The back of the highest peak is carved with a four-character poetic inscription, Shangao shuichang, 'as high as the mountains, as vast as the seas', followed by the signature of Wu Dachen and a two-character seal, Kezhai.
23 1/2 in. (60 cm.) wide, hongmu stand
The blackish-grey stone is formed with several peaks of varying heights dominated by a lofty peak, with dramatic crevices, sharp ridges and deeply-furrowed hollows, reminiscent of a divine mountain range. The back of the highest peak is carved with a four-character poetic inscription, Shangao shuichang, 'as high as the mountains, as vast as the seas', followed by the signature of Wu Dachen and a two-character seal, Kezhai.
23 1/2 in. (60 cm.) wide, hongmu stand
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory, tortoiseshell and crocodile. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
Sale room notice
Please note that the back of the highest peak is carved with a poetic inscription followed the signature of Wu Dachen.
請注意，此拍品最高峰後面刻有銘文及鈐印。銘文：山高水長。白雲山樵大澂。鈐印：愙齋。
請注意，此拍品最高峰後面刻有銘文及鈐印。銘文：山高水長。白雲山樵大澂。鈐印：愙齋。
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