[Ruyi Table with Gold-plated Beaded Diamond]
Ruyi Table with Gold-plated Beaded Diamond, England, 18th century, Ruyi is 45 cm long
Ruyi is made of gold-plated copper, inlaid with various colors of stones and pearls. A small watch is embedded at the cloud head and a compass is embedded at the tail. There are oil paintings on the waist. This watch is equipped with a key and yellow ribbon, with a basket of Chinese knots, tassels under the knot, and two red coral balls
This watch is a combination of Chinese and Western works. Ruyi is made in Guangzhou and the watch is made in Britain
Ruyi is an auspicious and festive thing, which prevailed in the Qing Dynasty. Every year, ministers pay tribute to the Empress and Empress on the Longevity and Qianqiu Festival
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