Asian Art Auction
Thu, Apr 28, 2022 09:00AM EDT
Lot 11
Chinese Carved Jade or Hardstone Ruyi Scepter
Estimate: $800 - $1,200
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $100 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $3,000 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
pale green in color with white inclusions, handle decorated in relief with birds amongst trees, top of scepter with bird and symbol, with label that reads "FL 64 64 18th Century XLP" (accessioned in 1964), 14-1/8 x 3-1/8 x 1-1/2 in.; with gold velvet pillow
Note: Tests as jadeite on the Presidium Gem Tester II.
Provenance: Charles M. Blackmon Collection, South Carolina; Property from a Southern InstitutionCondition
inclusion at top in bird's tail, inclusion at tail end of scepter with 1/2 in. area of possible old strengthening agent that has been discolored, three small chips to leaves on handle
