California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 Sep. 14, 2013  Sep. 14, 2013

 Lot # 126 
AN IVORY HU SCEPTER    宋 象牙朝板


  • Dimension: L: 19 3/4 in (50 cm) W: 3 1/2 in (8.9 cm)
  • Estimate From: $800
  • Estimate To: $1200

The ivory Hu scepter was designed to hold upright, for Chinese officials when they are meeting with the Emperor. The Hu scepter was of curved rectangular shape, with one end wider than the other, made from ivory, and has age related wear. Song Dynasty period.