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This impressive drum stool from Shanxi province was hand-carved from solid limestone nearly 250 years ago, designed to add the …
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This impressive drum stool from Shanxi province was hand-carved from solid limestone nearly 250 years ago, designed to add the essential stone element to a traditional Chinese garden. Stone drums such as this were fixtures of courtly gardens and outdoor pavilions, contrasting foliage with the permanence of stone and providing a place to sit and ponder.
The hefty stone stool has a classic barrel shape, marked with white veining and a natural texture inherent to the stone. The upper half is carved to resemble fabric draped over the top, secured by faux rings and etched with a pattern of interlocking coins, a motif for wealth and prosperity. Between the folds of "fabric" are imitation ring handles, carved in shallow relief with hollowed recessions and floral lock plate etchings.
Additional Dimensions:
Diameter of Seat: 11"
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- Dimensions
- 16.5ʺW × 16.5ʺD × 16.75ʺH
- Table Shape
- Round
- Period
- Early 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Limestone
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Gray
- Condition Notes
- Good condition. Good condition. less
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