A WHITE JADE 'EIGHT IMMORTALS' RUYI SCEPTRE, 18TH CENTURY
A WHITE JADE 'EIGHT IMMORTALS' RUYI SCEPTRE
18TH CENTURY
The sceptre is carved with the Eight Immortals split into three panels on the head, shaft, and base. The Immortals are depicted each holding their respective attributes, all amongst trees and pavilions in a rocky landscape. The jade is of a white tone with opaque white and ivory-coloured inclusions.
16 ¼ in. (41.3 cm.) long
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These lots have been imported from outside the EU for sale using a Temporary Import regime. Import VAT is payable (at 5%) on the Hammer price. VAT is also payable (at 20%) on the buyer’s Premium on a VAT inclusive basis. When a buyer of such a lot has registered an EU address but wishes to export the lot or complete the import into another EU country, he must advise Christie's immediately after the auction.
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A WHITE JADE 'EIGHT IMMORTALS' RUYI SCEPTRE
18TH CENTURY
The sceptre is carved with the Eight Immortals split into three panels on the head, shaft, and base. The Immortals are depicted each holding their respective attributes, all amongst trees and pavilions in a rocky landscape. The jade is of a white tone with opaque white and ivory-coloured inclusions.
16 ¼ in. (41.3 cm.) long
Special Notice
These lots have been imported from outside the EU for sale using a Temporary Import regime. Import VAT is payable (at 5%) on the Hammer price. VAT is also payable (at 20%) on the buyer’s Premium on a VAT inclusive basis. When a buyer of such a lot has registered an EU address but wishes to export the lot or complete the import into another EU country, he must advise Christie's immediately after the auction.
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