Japanese Suiseki Viewing Stone Ryugumon Sanpo seki Yamagata ishi Bonsai SS44

The stone features a rugged shape with horizontal striations and natural cavities, evoking the imagery of a mountain landscape (yamagata-ishi) or a mythical gate (ryugumon). It displays dark gray tones with prominent brownish-yellow banding. A label on the bottom of the base indicates it is a "Mibu River stone" (Mibugawa-ishi) and mentions the date Heisei 12 (the year 2000).

Height (stone only): 11.3 cm / 4.44 in
Width: 31.0 cm / 12.20 in
Depth: 18.0 cm / 7.08 in
Weight (stone only): 10500 g / 23.14 lbs

The item is in vintage condition, showing signs of aging. The stone exhibits natural wear, inherent irregularities, and surface variations typical of natural stones. The wooden base shows scuffs, minor scratches, and slight wear to the painted finish.

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