Find Lots

• Auction House:
  Theodore Bruce
• Sale Name:
  Fine Asian Art, Chinese Ming Furniture & Ceramics
• Sale Date:
  19 Feb 2012 ~ 12.30pm
• Lot #:
  552
• Lot Description:
  A very large Chinese White Hardstone Translucent Ruyi Sceptre
  Carved with fruiting branches and lingzhi. 'Ruyi' means 'as you wish'. Sometimes described it as a 'sceptre', but it did not symbolise sovereignty, it was a token of good fortune. The Chinese gave a 'ruyi' as a gift due to the auspicious meaning. The Ruyi was also carried in the hope of bringing higher authority and greater power to public servants.
  L 45 cm
• Estimate:
  A$800 - 1,200
• Realised Price:
  *****
  

  Can't see the realised price? Upgrade your subscription now!

• Category:
  Oriental

This Sale has been held and this item is no longer available. Details are provided for information purposes only.