Sceptre (ruyi)
| Accession Nr.: | 758 |
|---|---|
| Type: | religious or cult object; object for daily use; jade |
| Date of production: |
18th century
Qing dynasty |
| Place of production: | |
| Acquisition: | collection of Ferenc Hopp |
The sceptre (ruyi, “Let it be done as you wish”) is an ancient Chinese ceremonial object and mark of high status, which later became the symbol of good luck. Later form of the sceptre also known today is a highly stylised S-curve made of precious material but hardly resembling its origin.