Jewellery and Oriental Works of Art

Online-Only Auction, 23 - 28 November 2022

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Oriental Works of Art

Sold for

ZAR 9 380
Lot 115
  • A Chinese boxwood ruyi sceptre, Qing Dynasty, 19th century
  • A Chinese boxwood ruyi sceptre, Qing Dynasty, 19th century


Lot Estimate
ZAR 8 000 - 10 000
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 9 380

About this Item

A Chinese boxwood ruyi sceptre, Qing Dynasty, 19th century
profusely carved with the figure of Buddha and deities at various pursuits, a scaly dragon amongst clouds above, the reverse carved with a channel, 20cm long


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