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Ruyi Scepter, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), 18th–19th century, China, Cloisonné enamel with gilt-bronze medallions, L. 17 1/2 in. (44.5 cm), Cloisonné, One translation of the Chinese term ruyi is 'as you wish,' and scepters in this shape were often given as gifts because of the good wishes they implied. Although they may have had certain ritual functions, scepters frequently appeared in displays, either placed on stands or in vases and brush pots alongside other functional and/or exotic goods.

Ruyi Scepter, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), 18th–19th century, China, Cloisonné enamel with gilt-bronze medallions, L. 17 1/2 in. (44.5 cm), Cloisonné, One translation of the Chinese term ruyi is 'as you wish,' and scepters in this shape were often given as gifts because of the good wishes they implied. Although they may have had certain ritual functions, scepters frequently appeared in displays, either placed on stands or in vases and brush pots alongside other functional and/or exotic goods.
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Ruyi Scepter, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), 18th–19th century, China, Cloisonné enamel with gilt-bronze medallions, L. 17 1/2 in. (44.5 cm), Cloisonné, One translation of the Chinese term ruyi is 'as you wish,' and scepters in this shape were often given as gifts because of the good wishes they implied. Although they may have had certain ritual functions, scepters frequently appeared in displays, either placed on stands or in vases and brush pots alongside other functional and/or exotic goods
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5535 x 3393 px | 53.7 MB
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46.9 x 28.7 cm | 18.4 x 11.3 in (300 dpi)
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