How to Determine the Age of Antique Chinese Furniture
Written by admin on December 5, 2011 – 6:43 am -How to Determine the Age of Antique Chinese Furniture
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Chinese Art Becomes a Hot Commodity
Written by admin on September 5, 2011 – 11:15 am -By Tom McGregor
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How to Appraise Chinese Antiques
Written by admin on September 5, 2011 – 10:33 am -Appraising Chinese antiques begins with discovering the dynasty of the object. Several various markers assist with gaining this knowledge. A seal may actually state the dynasty on the ceramics, painting or furniture. The pattern of the piece may suggest a specific dynasty, giving the appraiser the opportunity to evaluate the pieces worth.
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Northern and Southern Styles of Chinese Antiques
Written by admin on August 30, 2011 – 12:53 pm -Northern and Southern Styles of Chinese Antiques
John and YuQing talk about the difference between Northern and Southern Chinese antiques.
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Jingdezhen struggles to maintain its porcelain fame
Written by admin on July 22, 2011 – 1:15 pm -By Laura Imkamp
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The Evolution of Longquan Porcelain
Written by admin on July 16, 2011 – 10:45 am -Longquan ceramics are celadon made at the hundreds of kilns in close proximity to Lungquan spot in southwestern part of Zhejiang province, China. By the Song dynasty (960-1279), workmen had founded the Longquan surface signature glossy, greenish coloring, a tradition which carried on through the YuanDynasty (1271-1368) and Ming dynasty (1368-1644).
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The Beauty of Imperial Jadeite Jewelry
Written by admin on July 4, 2011 – 9:38 am -“Gold is estimable; but Jade is priceless.” –Chinese proverb
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The Origins of Japanese Imari Porcelain
Written by admin on May 13, 2011 – 10:48 am -Imari porcelain is the European collectors' identify for Japanese porcelain wares made in the town of Arita, in the former Hizen Province, northwestern Kyishi, and exported from the port of Imari, Saga, specifically for the European export industry. In Japanese, these porcelains are known as Arita-yaki
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Imari Vase Table Lamp with Traditional Silk Shade
Written by admin on May 11, 2011 – 6:13 pm -Imari Vase Table Lamp with Traditional Silk Shade
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Vintage Chinese Cloisonne Flower Vases
Written by admin on May 11, 2011 – 6:08 pm -Vintage Chinese Cloisonne Flower Vases - Set of 2
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