Qing Imperial White Jade Ruyi Sceptre

Bidding commences on 13 October through Sotheby’s in Hong Kong

The crowning glory of a selection of exceptional jade carvings from the De An Tang collection – the only private collection of jade to have been exhibited in Beijing’s Forbidden City – this unique white jade ruyi sceptre is guaranteed to attract attention. Carrying a top estimate of HK$80 million, the 250-year-old sceptre can be considered the finest example made for a Chinese ruler – in this particular case, for the immensely powerful Qianlong emperor of the 18th century. The flawless jade features skilfully carved designs of a sprig of longevity fungus and an ascending imperial dragon in pursuit of a flaming pearl of wisdom.