A large Chinese Zitan Ruyi Sceptre, Qing Dynasty, 19th century, inset with three finely pierced white jade plaques, each one depicting phoenix amongst exotic shrubs, the sceptre made from a single piece and exhibiting good grain, with a purple tinge, 50.5 cm long. Provenance: Mossgreen Auction 14-15th June 2011 Lot 466