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Abo Gallery and Auctioneer to Offer Chinese Works of Art
Hand gestures, known as mudras in the Sanskrit language, are a significant element of Buddhist art. Symbolizing different spiritual meanings, hand positions serve as non-verbal forms of self-expression and communication in Buddhism. These are also used in meditation to evoke a specific state of mind. A Chinese gilt Buddha statue…
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Asia Week New York Welcomes Back International Roster of Dealers for the 2022 Edition of Gallery Exhibitions, Auctions and Museum Shows
New York: After an 18-month hiatus, The Asia Week New York Association is pleased to announce that 26 international galleries and six auction houses —Bonhams, Christie’s, Doyle, Heritage Auctions, iGavel, and Sotheby’s–will participate, in person and online, in the 2022 edition of Asia Week New York, the week-long celebration of…
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Chinese Jade, Gilt Bronze Objects, and Buddhist Carvings Available With Jumbo Auction House
The Chinese Qing dynasty period was known for the glorious reign of Emperor Qianlong. Completely fascinated by jade, he both collected and commissioned a massive number of jade objects. Gilt bronze and jade flourished not only in the imperial court but also among commoners. A carved jade Buddha Shakyamuni statue…
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Apollo Galleries to host November 21 Ancient Art & Antiquities Auction featuring medieval, Greek & Viking helmets; Chinese Shang Dynasty vessel, rare Egyptian ibis sculpture
Formerly trading as Pax Romana and now rebranded as Apollo Galleries, London’s premier antiquities firm has expanded its business space, roster of consultants, divisions & events LONDON – After 10 years as a recognized leader in the field of ancient art and antiquities, London’s Pax Romana has rebranded as Apollo…
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A Rare Chinese Archaic Jade and Bronze Dagger Strikes Interest Among Chinese Collectors, Propels Lark Mason Associates Asian Art Sale to the $2.6 Million Mark
New York: With a very strong collection of archaic Chinese jades and Japanese weapons–two categories that rarely appear in large quantities at auction– Lark Mason Associates Asian Art sale, on igavelauctions.com, achieved $2,605,619 including buyer’s premium. Chinese Mottled Jade Ax Blade Qi, Shang Dynasty sold for $57,500 Says Lark Mason,…
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Imperial Chinese Decorative Art, Jade, and Rarities at Akiba Antiques
The Imperial Fortune sale, offered by Akiba Antiques, will present 720 lots of fine art, jewelry, sculpture, and collectibles. Imperial Chinese decorative art, jade items, porcelain, and other pieces particularly stand out in the auction catalog. Many of the top lots date back to the Qing dynasty or earlier. Check…
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Ahlers & Ogletree’s Upcoming Auction Spotlights Asian Decorative Art
During the Han dynasty, Chinese panel screens helped block chilly winds. However, with time, they became highly decorative as well as functional. Panel screens are today known as one of the most renowned Chinese decorative art forms. Ahlers & Ogletree’s upcoming Autumn Fine Estates & Collections sale of Asian decorative…
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Akiba Antiques to Offer Chinese Imperial Collection in Upcoming Sale
As part of the ancient tributary system of China’s foreign relations, envoys sent exotic gifts as a tribute to the Chinese emperor. The foreign envoy could only trade in China after completing this ritual. Among the exquisite gifts offered to the Chinese emperors, imperial gilt bronze boxes held a special…
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Historic Asian Art Will Cross Freeman’s Auction Block This October
A Nepalese gilt copper alloy figure of Vasudhara will lead the upcoming Asian Arts auction, hosted by Freeman’s. In the ritual text of Hindu culture, Vasudhara is known as the deity of wealth. The available figure wears a large crown and bodhisattva jewelry pieces. She is seated in a varadamudra…
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The Complete Results of 2021’s Fall Asia Week Auctions
Collectors eagerly raised their paddles during this year’s Fall Asia Week. The largest auction houses together offered nearly two dozen events. The sales celebrated antique, modern, and contemporary items from across the continent. This auction series follows the success of Asia Week New York’s spring edition, which marked its 12th…
Auction Industry, Press Release
From Chinese Archaic Jades to Japanese Armor, iGavel Auctions Autumn
Asian Art Sale Opens for Bidding October 5 New York: Lark Mason Associates is pleased to announce that its autumn 2021 Asian art sale that opens for bidding on October 5th through October 21st on iGavel Auctions. With over 500 lots on sale, the auction centers around a strong collection…
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Reflecting on its 12-year History, Asia Week New York Presents: Reflections: Autumn 2021
Autumn 2021 New York: When Asia Week New York opens its doors–both virtually and IRL–viewers on Friday, September 17th, not only will they cast their collective eye on a cornucopia of Asian treasures presented by twenty-three galleries and six auction houses, they will also be treated to the fascinating story…
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Asia Week New York Heads Into the Autumn Season With Gallery Exhibitions and Auctions, September 17 through October 1
New York: Whether it’s a contemporary ceramic vessel created by a National Treasure from Japan, an ink drawing by a young emerging artist from China or an ancient tribal mask from Borneo, Asia Week New York never disappoints with its amazing bounty of Eastern treasures. Starting September 17th through October…
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Upcoming Tenmoku Auctions Event Offers Rare Japanese and Chinese Antiques
The upcoming auction of Summer Asian Art, presented by Tenmoku Auctions Inc., features select pieces of Japanese art and Chinese antiques from the estate of Francis Caro. One highlighted lot is a large jade stone carved with the image of Guanyin and a child, seated close to each other and…
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Shibata Zeshin’s Lacquerware Comes to Auction With Bonhams
Japanese artist Shibata Zeshin’s use of black lacquer set him apart from his contemporaries. Famously known as the ‘Urushi Master,’ Zeshin created lacquerware cups, trays, and panels. The upcoming Bonhams auction presents a black lacquer tobacco tray from the Meiji era by Shibata Zeshin. The tray’s details demonstrate his command…
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Masters on the Market: Yoshitomo Nara
Yoshitomo Nara. Image from The Japan Times. Yoshitomo Nara never thought of being a painter until he was 18 years old. Even while studying art in Germany, he was unsure about choosing painting as a career. It was not until 1993 that Nara started pursuing painting seriously. Soon, he got…
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Lark Mason Associates Announces Two-Session Spring Asian, Ancient, and Ethnographic Works of Art Now Open for Bidding on igavelauctions.com
New York: Lark Mason Associates is pleased to present its Spring sale of Asian, Ancient, Ethnographic Works of Art which is now open for bidding on igavelauctions.comhttp://www.igavelauctions.com/ through April 29th. A pair of Chinese Cloisonné Ewers, Qianlong Mark, Qing Dynasty / Republic Period (Estimate: $30,000-50,000) “With 480 lots from multiple…
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Cloisonné and Jade Items Available at Sotheby’s
Cloisonné is an art technique that uses enamel to decorate metal. Artisans developed the style around the 14th century. Many Chinese artists are known for using cloisonné and jade in their pieces of work, along with porcelain, pottery, and lacquer. Sotheby’s upcoming cloisonné and jade auction will highlight a rare…
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Bonhams to Offer Rare Chinese Works of Art in Upcoming Sale
In some Buddhist traditions, Maitreya is considered a bodhisattva residing in the Tushita heaven. He is regarded as the future Buddha, who will return to the earthly world only when the teachings of Gautama Buddha have been completely forgotten. The upcoming Bonhams sale features a rare black stone figure of…
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A Guide to This Year’s Asia Week New York Auctions
Across the industry, auction houses are gearing up for the 12th annual Asia Week New York. This collaborative event brings museums, galleries, specialists, and auction houses together to celebrate the category and emphasize its importance in the United States. It will formally run from March 11th through March 20th, 2021.…
