Large-format art print Viewing Stone

In Lake Tai near Suzhou in China, one can find stones of extraordinary shape: perforated, craggy, and with bizarre silhouettes. Over long periods of time, they have been shaped by the power of water and erosion into small sculptures of nature. Some resemble mountains, animals, or human figures, while others leave plenty of room for one's own imagination.

In Chinese, these special stones are called "Gongshi." They were traditionally collected by scholars and placed on desks, in interior spaces, and in gardens. This was not only about their material value, but about the conscious contemplation of their forms and the thoughts they trigger.

Since the Ming Dynasty, viewing stones have been part of this Chinese tradition of collecting and contemplation. To this day, they are cherished as precious collector's items and meditation stones. "Viewing Stones" presents these works of natural art as an invitation to take time and sink into one's own thoughts for a moment.

The large-format, limited-edition art prints are screen-printed by hand in Zurich. The colors are applied individually and carefully printed over one another. This creates intense hues, fine overlaps, and a special depth and luminosity.

• Large-format art print, 700 × 1000 mm
• Screen-printed in Zurich, Switzerland
• Lessebo 1.3 Rough Natural, 200 g/m²
• Cradle to Cradle Certified® & FSC®-certified paper
• Limited edition: 100 copies
• Swiss Made
• Concept & Design: Bienvenue Studios