This Chinese Scholar's Rock, known asGongshi,is a natural stone traditionally prized for its rugged, mountainous form, evoking the grandeur of nature. Displayed on a custom wooden pedestal, these stones have been collected since the Tang dynasty (618-907 AD) for meditation and artistic inspiration. This stone's intricate texture and abstract shape are naturally formed and embody the Daoist principles of harmony with nature. Sourced from regions like Lingbi and Taihu, these stones were central to Chinese scholar culture.