California Asian Art Auction California Asian Art Auction
 Mar. 15, 2014  Mar. 15, 2014

 Lot # 2295 
A CARVED HONGMU WOOD RUYI SCEPTER INSET WITH WHITE JADE    民國 紅木雕鑲白玉如意


  • Dimension: L: 18 1/2 in (47 cm) W: 4 1/2 in (11.5 cm)
  • Estimate From: $3000
  • Estimate To: $3500

The ruyi scepter was carved from Hongmu hard wood, relief carved with dragons flying amidst clouds, with natural dark red color and grains. The head inset with a carved jade depicting peaches and bats, the mid section inset with carved jade depicting a fingered citron, and the end section inset with carved jade depicting pomegranate, signifying longevity, prosperity, and fertility, the jade of smooth white color.Republic period.