Ruyi Scepter with Auspicious Emblems of "Happiness, Prosperity and Longevity"

Ruyi Scepter with Auspicious Emblems of "Happiness, Prosperity and Longevity"
Ruyi Scepter with Auspicious Emblems of "Happiness, Prosperity and Longevity"
(Qing dynasty (1644-1911))

Ruyi Scepter with Auspicious Emblems of "Happiness, Prosperity and Longevity"

Daten.d.
Mediumlight green nephrite jade
Dimensionsobject: 2 1/4 x 4 3/4 x 16 in. (5.7 x 12.1 x 40.6 cm)
ClassificationRITUAL OBJECTS
Credit LineSBMA, Gift of the Hind family in loving memory of Diana V. and Harry W. Hind
Object number2012.26.1
Collection
  • Asian
On View
Not on view
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