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Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Carved Wooden Ruyi Sceptre to the 19th Century.
32.5cm x 8.5cm x 6cm.
Excellent original condition with nice patina.
The Lingzhi fungus has been used in traditional Chinese and Japanese medicine for centuries to promote health and longevity. It's also known as the ‘mushroom of immortality’ and is believed to treat the heart, reduce stress and inflammation, and bring good luck. It’s extremely rare in its natural form, with only two or three out of 10,000 aged trees having lingzhi growth.
The form of scepter called ruyi (meaning ‘as desired’ or ‘as you wish’) is an ancient auspicious symbol that became the mark of a cultivated gentleman. It may have originated as a weapon or as a Buddhist implement, but old paintings often depict scholars holding ruyi scepters while engaged in conversation. By the Ming period those done in organic taste like this one were common literati accoutrements and they were often given as gifts.
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Carved Wooden Ruyi Sceptre to the 19th Century.
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Chinese Antique (Mid-19thc) Buddhist Ruyi (Sceptre)
