A zitan celadon jade-inlaid ruyi sceptre Qing dynasty, 18th/19th century

the gently curved shaft carved and pierced with stylised scrollwork, the head, centre and terminal inset with jade plaques in the form of a bat, a kylin and a mythical beast, with finely carved details, the pale greenish stones with slight russet suffusions, cloth and wood stand, with glass case and wood box

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sceptre 34.5 cm long; box 22.8 cm high, 48.5 cm long,15.5 cm wide

• Lot Sold $7,000 (Hammer Price)
• $8,540 (Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium)

Condition Report

The sceptre is generally good condition. The bat plaque was loose and has been refixed and is now stable. The back of the wood box is loose and the sides and front have some splits, the interior of the box has some loose and damaged fittings, the glass cover is in generally good condition.