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Ruyi Scepter

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Ruyi Scepter by Unknown Artist shows a gold-colored ceremonial object with a curved handle. The handle features blue and gold inlays. It consists of a long, curved piece with three gold ornaments, each outlined in blue. The two ends are circular gold ornaments. The object casts a shadow on a gray background.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Cloisonné enamel with gilt-bronze medallions
Culture
China
Dimensions
599 × 367 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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