Asian Art Auction

June 13, 2016

LOT 271

Lot 271

Grey-White Jade Ruyi Scepter, Late 19th Century

Grey-White Jade Ruyi Scepter, Late 19th Century
Lot 271 Details
Grey-White Jade Ruyi Scepter, Late 19th Century

19世紀晚期 灰白玉巧雕靈芝如意

Of pale grey and white tones, with a ruyi-form head and scrolling openwork vines issuing lingzhi over the body
jade alone length 10" — 25.5 cm.

Estimate $1,000-$1,500

Realised: $1,200
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

Provenance:

From an Important Private Collection, London, England
Acquired mainly from Christie’s and Sotheby’s London, from the 1970s to the 1990s
Lots 243 - 273

Note:

A spinach jade scepter with very similar carving was sold at Christie’s New York, September 30 - October 1, 2010, lot 390

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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