Taihu Stone

Taihu stone is a popular element in traditional Chinese gardening. The appearances with holes and pores not only create unique styles, but also match concepts of Taoism, making them symbolic decorative pieces among literati and wealthy families.

Behind the stone, a delicate Pavilion stands out in vibrant red color. It not only represents a common setup for gardens with Taihu stones to include miniature architects like this, but also a poetic metaphor of the relativity between the real world and the microscopic world. Such concept is prevalent in Taoism as it leads traditional literati during their spiritual journey through the tiniest observations of life.