Ivory and Coral Ruyi Sceptre with Jade Suspension and Wooden Stand
OwnerOwned by
James Cromar Watt
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)
DateQing Dynasty, 18th - 19th century
Object NameSceptre
Mediumivory, silk, wood and jade
ClassificationsApplied Art
DimensionsOverall: Width: 2 cm, Length: 11 cm
AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.
CopyrightOut of copyright - CC0
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS024073
About MeA carved Chinese coral ivory Ju I sceptre featuring foliage and a bat on a branch. In Chinese culture the bat is a symbol of happiness. uyi or Ru Yi (formerly spelt as juyi) is a curved decorative object that is used as a ceremonial sceptre in Chinese Buddhism or a talisman.
James Cromar Watt
Ming Dynasty, 1522 - 1619
James Cromar Watt
James Cromar Watt
Ming Dynasty, Yongle Period, 1402 - 1424
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty Qianlong/Jiaqing Period, 1736 - 1820
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, Daoguang Period (early 19th Century)
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period, 1736 - 1795
