A Ying 'Gong Xian' style Scholar's Rock. Qing dynasty. photo Sotheby's

of solid, block-like formation, oriented to form a mountain plateau reminiscent of the manner of the Ming dynasty artist Gong Xian, with narrow crevices and steep angular jags, the gray stone with dramatic black and white vertical and horizontal striation, hardwood stand (2). Length 16 in., 40.8 cm. Estimation 30,000-40,000 USD. Lot vendu: 37,500 USD

Sotheby's. Fine Chinese Ceramics & Works of Art. New York | 20 mars 2012