18TH/19TH CENTURY
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A RARE AND FINELY CARVED IVORY RUYI SCEPTER
18TH/19TH CENTURY
Finely carved in openwork, the head carved with seven peaches borne on gnarled, leafy branches, the gnarled stem carved in high relief with lingzhi, bamboo and narcissus
12½ in. (31.8 cm.) long, fitted box
18TH/19TH CENTURY
Finely carved in openwork, the head carved with seven peaches borne on gnarled, leafy branches, the gnarled stem carved in high relief with lingzhi, bamboo and narcissus
12½ in. (31.8 cm.) long, fitted box
Provenance
Acquired circa 1960s-1974, and thence by descent within the family.
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.
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Krystelle Sun
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