{"product_id":"polished-carved-white-marble-bi-iron-stand","title":"Polished \u0026 Carved White Marble Bi - Iron Stand","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003ewhite marble Bi disc is hand-carved and polished in China, inspired by the ancient Chinese jade discs that have been treasured for thousands of years.\u003c\/strong\u003e Beautifully displayed on a simple black iron stand, its circular form and gently swirling carved decoration create a striking sculptural piece that complements both contemporary and traditional interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe disc is carved from \u003cstrong\u003ewhite marble with delicate natural grey veining\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving each piece its own individual character. A series of curving, radiating grooves sweeps outwards from the central opening, creating a subtle sense of movement across the polished stone. The contrast between the soft white marble and the minimalist black iron stand enhances its understated appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBi discs are among the most recognisable forms of ancient Chinese ritual jade.\u003c\/strong\u003e Dating back to the Neolithic period, examples have been discovered in burials associated with the Hongshan culture (circa 3800–2700 BC) and later the Liangzhu culture. Traditionally fashioned from jade, these circular discs with central openings were important ceremonial objects, often placed in tombs alongside the deceased.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough their precise original significance remains uncertain, Bi discs have long been associated with \u003cstrong\u003ethe heavens, eternity and spiritual harmony\u003c\/strong\u003e. In later Chinese tradition, their circular form came to symbolise the sky, while the discs themselves were regarded as auspicious objects representing good fortune and protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis contemporary reproduction is individually carved and polished by hand in China\u003c\/strong\u003e, drawing inspiration from these ancient ceremonial forms. Mounted on its black iron display stand, it makes a wonderfully decorative statement on a console table, shelf or mantelpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e China\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Contemporary reproduction inspired by ancient Chinese Bi discs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-carved and polished white marble with black iron display stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circular disc with central opening, radiating curved carved grooves, natural grey marble veining and minimalist iron stand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New, with natural variations in the colour and veining of the marble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e W30 × D10 × H52 cm (including stand)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Indigo Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55548185313663,"sku":"C0961V1","price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0217\/2522\/files\/Polished_Carved_White_Marble_Bi_-_Iron_Stand_C0961V1.jpg?v=1792491718","url":"https:\/\/www.indigo-uk.com\/products\/polished-carved-white-marble-bi-iron-stand","provider":"Indigo Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}