A PALE CELADON JADE AND AGATE ‘CHILONG’ RUYI AND A BROWN SOAPSTONE BOULDER LATE QING DYNASTY / REPUBLICAN PERIOD

the ruyi scepter carved in openwork with a lingzhi head and three chilong clambering along the arched shaft, embellished with a russet and golden brown agate plaque, wood stand; the boulder of uneven form, carved in low relief with bats hovering among clouds, the stone of rich amber red colour

Both items are generally in good condition. There is some expected light nibbling along the edge of the carving and original cloud inclusion to the shaft of the ruyi scepter.
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