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Among the best known varieties of Chinese gongshi, or “scholar’s rocks”, are Ying limestone rocks, found in southwest China. Ying rocks are prized for their intricately furrowed surfaces.*

The organic, sculptural quality of Ying scholar's rocks inspired this composition in feather rock, with a backdrop of umbrella palm growing from a submerged planter. Waterfalls cascading through the rock’s many furrows and tunnels into the pool below create distinctive natural music.


*Hu, K. (1999). The Spirit of Gongshi: Chinese Scholar’s Rocks. Chicago: Art Media Resources Ltd. p. 25