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Chinese 18/19 C Bamboo Veneer Ruyi Scepter carved to top surface with archaistic designs and a Taotie Mask head and tail, the reverse in polished bamboo veneer, the side of tail with 2 small holes for cord and tassels. Length 12 1/4 inches (31.2 cm.). NOTE: A similar Bamboo Veneer Ruyi Scepter was sold Christie's New York, 24 March 2011, Lot 1440 from the collection of Philip Wood, San Francisco.