{"product_id":"cao-dalong-tiancanjiao-wenwan-walnuts-38x39-ldtc-c1d6e","title":"Cao Dalong Tiancanjiao Wenwan Walnuts Pair | Broad-Winged Sculptural Form | 38.0mm × 39.0mm | LDTC-C1D6E","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis single-inventory listing features the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexact pair of Wenwan walnuts shown in the product gallery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarrying the stock ID \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLDTC-C1D6E\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this pair combines the recognizable structure of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCao Dalong\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e lineage with the highly unconventional \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTiancanjiao\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e form.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pair measures \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e38.0mm × 39.0mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Its most distinctive feature is the dramatically extended waistline and irregular lateral structure. Viewed from the side, the walnuts show broad, projecting ridges with a naturally twisted, sculptural silhouette. The low-set body and exaggerated wings give the pair a strong sense of movement that differs greatly from conventional symmetrical Wenwan forms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe surface carries dense, layered texture with broad valleys and raised ridges. Both walnuts retain their individual natural irregularities while remaining visually balanced as a matched pair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a particularly character-driven pair intended for collectors who appreciate unusual natural forms rather than conventional round or upright silhouettes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe walnuts have been \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epre-cleaned \/ base-prepped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and are ready for further brushing and long-term hand play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStock:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1 of 1 — exact pair shown\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cao Dalong Tiancanjiao\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 38.0mm × 39.0mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eForm:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Low-profile, broad-winged irregular form\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTexture:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Layered natural ridges with deep recessed valleys\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePairing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Closely coordinated overall structure and visual character\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unplayed, pre-cleaned \/ base-prepped\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInventory:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Single unique pair\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Story of the Form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe appeal of this pair lies in its departure from conventional Wenwan symmetry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than forming a simple round or heart-shaped outline, the shells extend outward through the central waist, creating a broad, almost wing-like profile. The ridges fold and overlap around the body, producing an architectural appearance when viewed from different angles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTiancanjiao\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e designation is used for walnuts whose natural growth creates this distinctive irregular and highly sculptural structure. No two examples develop in exactly the same way, making the overall silhouette an important part of the pair's collectible character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombined with the substantial texture associated with Cao Dalong-type walnuts, this pair has a particularly bold and unconventional presence in hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Characteristics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSculptural Low Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pair sits relatively low while expanding strongly across the waist, creating a broad horizontal silhouette.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtended Natural Wings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProminent lateral ridges project outward from both shells and form the defining feature of the Tiancanjiao structure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep Layered Texture\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRaised folds and recessed valleys create considerable surface depth and provide many contact points for brushing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividual Natural Character\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe two walnuts are not mechanically identical. Small differences in ridge direction and outer contour reflect their natural growth while preserving the visual balance of the pair.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollector-Oriented Form\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is better suited to collectors seeking unusual morphology and distinctive natural character than to buyers looking for a perfectly regular traditional shape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the early stage of ownership, we recommend regular dry brushing to remove residual dust from the deeper valleys and to gradually develop an even surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, heating vents, air-conditioning outlets, or sudden temperature and humidity changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not soak the walnuts in water or apply heavy oils. Natural hand contact combined with patient brushing is generally the safest approach for long-term color and patina development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore the pair in a dry, stable environment when not in use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ZenWalnut\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wenwan Scholar Walnut Pair\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVariety:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cao Dalong Tiancanjiao\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStock ID:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e LDTC-C1D6E\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 38.0mm × 39.0mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e One matched pair\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreparation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pre-cleaned \/ base-prepped\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInventory Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Single unique inventory\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Exact two walnuts photographed\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ThePatinaProject","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51029491843311,"sku":null,"price":188.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0796\/8741\/8095\/files\/cao-dalong-tiancanjiao-wenwan-walnuts-pair-broad-winged-sculptural-form-380mm-390mm-ldtc-c1d6e-1993600.jpg?v=1791909864","url":"https:\/\/zenwalnut.com\/zh\/products\/cao-dalong-tiancanjiao-wenwan-walnuts-38x39-ldtc-c1d6e","provider":"ThePatinaProject","version":"1.0","type":"link"}