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| For thousands of years, Chinese and Japanese collectors have sought out natural stones that have “essence and presence.” Revered for their energy and beauty, these stones were believed to be microcosms of the Universe, possessing power and spirit. Through the contemplation of the stone, the scholar believed that he or she could indeed see the Universe in its form. Strange stones were though to embody the most refined “spirit energy” (qi) of which all things are made, and to be byproducts of the transformations of pure energy over time. It was believed that the essence of the energy of heaven and earth were coalesced into the rock itself. Stones were sought that have dynamic inner energy, which communicated in their extraordinary texture and form. The most prizes spirit stones were those with strange shapes and textures suggestive of sacred mountain peaks and landscape. Reduced to its bare essentials, the stone became a means of spiritual refinement, inner awareness and enlightenment. Following this tradition, Rhodes Architectural Stone has gathered a collection of refined and rare spirit stones. These powerful stones possess the two highly prized qualities: beauty and suggestive shape. They can be positioned to serve as frames through which to view the landscape or to make your own contemplation of the Universe. They will become a part of your environment and can, as with the ancient Chinese, serve as a window into the essence of life. Our intimate and loving relationship with stones as hands-on stone masons, cut-stone craftsmen and designers, has taught us that socially chosen stones bring beauty, wisdom and insight to those open to it. The spirit stones we have selected, are particularly powerful teachers and sages. It is our honor to offer these very special objects to you. Due to the rare and individual nature of these stones, quantities are limited. Please call for information on availability. | |||||||||
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