Lot Essay
Hu were carried by Chinese court officials and dignitaries and were held in front of the face as they bowed in the presence of the Emperor.
17TH-18TH CENTURY
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THREE CHINESE IVORY HU
17TH-18TH CENTURY
Each of flattened long tapering form, with a slight curve to the length of the sceptre, ranging from pale beige to brown tones
20½ in. (52 cm.) long max. (3)
17TH-18TH CENTURY
Each of flattened long tapering form, with a slight curve to the length of the sceptre, ranging from pale beige to brown tones
20½ in. (52 cm.) long max. (3)
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