A tinted ivory and hardstone ruyi scepter  Late Qing/Republic period
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A tinted ivory and hardstone ruyi scepter
Late Qing/Republic period
The ivory stem of lime green hue naturalistically carved with nodes and gnarls with sprigs of bamboo and prunus blooms in raised relief to either side of the base, with carved carnelian lingzhi fungus heads in shades of red, pink, and cream attached to both ends (carnelian restuck).
15 1/4in (39cm) long
Sold for US$ 80,500 inc. premium

Category: Asian Art / Chinese Works of Art


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