#Marble Buddha 1909
This stone is called Han Bai Yu (Sichuan White jade) We beleive it is White marble.
The carver tells us this stone is harder than marble but softer than jade and mined in Sichuan province,
very high in the mountains, (Over 8000 meters Elevation).
However they call it white jade in China.
This fine Buddha with Child Carving from one of the best carvers in China.
All are Exceptionaly crafted.
This carver always keeps a good stock of these fine Buddha carvings on hand.
We must order these direct from the carver In Central China
THIS EXQUISITE CARVING IS A BEAUTIFUL WHITE MARBLE
The Carving factory in China will make any size you need. this photo was taken at the factory.
This marble is pure white and works to a high polish.
This marble is a little softer than normal jade but harder than most marble.
hardness is about 4.0, harder than marble which is 2.3 on the Mos scale,
but a little less than normal jade which is 6.0 on the hardness scale.
Being as such it is perfect for carving and finish is a nice shiny surface.
If your a serious buyer , We can get one of these fine white marble carvings for you made in 3-4 weeks time as this one was sold in 2008.
Approx Size is approx 30" inches tall
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