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Vintage 15-Pc Hand-Carved Shoushan Stone Dragon Teapot Set & Warmer Marked
\"A Monumental 15-Piece Hand-Carved Natural Stone Tea Set, with Service for 7\"
* Visual & Material Overview
Up for sale is a breathtaking, museum-quality 15-piece Gongfu-style tea set. While at first glance the smooth, glossy finish resembles antique Yixing purple clay, a closer inspection reveals a masterful secret: this intricate set was fully hand-carved from natural *Shoushan Stone*. Notice the gorgeous, ribbon-like parallel bands and organic swirled textures running through the cups, the tray, and the dragon\'s body. This beautiful \"wood-grain\" pattern is the hallmark of natural geological stone strata. The artisan meticulously chiseled this intricate multi-dragon collection out of precious Shoushan stone, polishing it to an incredible, wax-like luster in rich shades of earthy purple, brown, and liver-red.
* The Complete 15-Piece Collection
It is exceptionally rare to find a carved stone set of this magnitude fully intact. The collection includes:
* 2-Piece Teapot: Sculpted as a mythological dragon! The handle acts as the dragon\'s gracefully arching neck, while the spout is a roaring dragon head. (Includes Pot + Lid).
* 2-Piece Charcoal Warmer: A heavy, stunning stand designed to hold hot coals to keep the teapot warm during long traditional tea ceremonies. (Includes Base + Top Grate).
* 3-Piece Small Bowl / Gaiwan: A beautifully matching lidded bowl setup, perfect for brewing or holding tea leaves. (Includes Bowl + Lid + Saucer).
* 7 Traditional Tea Cups: Perfectly polished, allowing the natural stone grain to shine.
* 1 Large Serving Tray: A heavy, circular stone platter that anchors the entire presentation.
* The Artisan Mark & Authenticity
Adding immense value to this collection is the authentic artisan chop mark (seal) incised on the bottom of the main piece. The mark is written in traditional, stylized vertical Chinese Seal Script (\"Zhuan Shu\").
* The top character is \"寿\" (Shou), representing long life and longevity.
* The bottom character is \"山\" (Shan), meaning mountain.
Together, they spell out \"寿山\" (Shoushan), verifying the origin of this highly prized cultural heritage stone.
* Historical & Symbolic Significance
Hailing exclusively from Shoushan village in Fuzhou, Fujian province, Shoushan stone is celebrated as a national cultural treasure in China. To carve a set this elaborate requires a master\'s touch, as the stone is soft enough to chisel but durable enough to polish to a glass-like sheen. Furthermore, the Dragon (\"Long\") is the supreme symbol of auspicious power, strength, and good fortune in Chinese folklore. Using a dragon-themed tea set for traditional \"Gongfu Cha\" (the art of brewing tea) was believed to elevate the spiritual energy of the tea and bring absolute prosperity to the household.
* Weight & Dimensions (Approximate):
* Overall Set Weight: 17 pounds
* Teapot: 6½\" W x 4¼\" D x 6⅝\" H
* Charcoal Warmer: 8⅞\" Dia. x 2⅜\" H
* Lidded Bowl/Gaiwan: 3½\" Dia. x 2⅛\" H
* Cups (Each): 2¼\" Dia. x 1⅝\" H
* Serving Tray: 8⅜\" Dia. x ⅝\" H
Condition: Never used. Never had a box. Was Handmade & bought privately from the Craftsman. The individual teacups vary slightly in size and thickness. No observed or apparent defects.
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