California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 August 30, 2015  August 30, 2015

 Lot # 6230 
A LARGE ALOESWOOD CARVED RUYI SCEPTER    清 沉香雕群仙祝壽如意


  • Dimension: Length: 26 5/8 in (67.6 cm)
  • Estimate From: $8000
  • Estimate To: $16000

The ruyi scepter is finely carved in relief with the seated Shou longevity immortal holding a ruyi scepter accompanied by two attendants under pine, one raising a peach and the other playing flute on the ruyi head; the shaft with three elderly immortals in a conversation amid a mountainous landscape; the lower end further carved with an immortal holding a scroll with two young attendants, all amongst pines and rocks. Qing Dynasty period.