Pure Blessings and Longevity as Desired

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Pure Blessings and Longevity as Desired

Ruyi in hand, years beautiful and harmonious. Ruyi, as its name suggests, means “as one wishes.” Holding one brings pleasure and delight. In Qing Dynasty court settings, Ruyi was a highly esteemed and important ritual object. This Ruyi has a bow-shaped body with a slightly upturned tail, a graceful and elegant form, slender and exquisite. The main body is carved from jadeite, with white jade inlays. The white jade is translucent, serene, delicate, smooth, and possesses a deep, soft luster.

Catalogue No.: 328

Length: 55cm

Starting bid: RMB 110,000

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With Ruyi in hand, the years are beautiful and harmonious. Ruyi, as its name implies, means 'as one wishes'. Holding one, it is pleasing to the eye. In the furnishings of the Qing dynasty court, Ruyi was a highly esteemed and important ceremonial object. This Ruyi has a bow-shaped body with a slightly upturned tail, its form is gentle and graceful, slender and exquisite. The main body is carved from biyu (jadeite), adorned with inlaid white jade. The white jade is translucent and lustrous, delicate and smooth, with a deep yet soft glow.

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荣艺庭芳中国近现代艺术品专场

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