Description: Striped agate. China, modern
Light gray hue of particularly noble appearance, the blackbrown image in high relief. Depicted is the prominent god of longevity Shoulao riding an ox with the ruyi scepter, a sign of dignity, in one hand. The boy accompanying him is also holding one. Fluttering between the two is a bat, fu, a popular symbol of good luck. Atop the domed stopper is a knob.
Dimensions: HEIGHT 7.3 CM
Condition: Very good condition with usual signs of age and use, such as minimal chips; the spoon is missing
Provenance: From the collection of Helmut Longin, Austria