Bid Smart: Chinese famille verte porcelain finds glory in the color greenNEW YORK — Famille verte porcelain has been highly prized since it was developed in China during the Kangxi period (1661-1722). The best pieces were reserved for the emperor and the royal court, but many fine examples made their way to discriminating buyers in the late 17th to the early 18th century.
Fine ancient art, antiquities found new homes via Hermann HistoricaGRASBRUNN, Germany – Hermann Historica enjoyed great success with its autumn series of auctions. Of particular note was its sale of Works of Art, Antiquities, and Asian and Russian Art, held on October 22, as well as its sale of Antique Arms and Armor on October 26.
GWS Auctions to sell Vietnamese royal family’s items June 23AGOURA HILLS, Calif. – GWS Auctions will sell rare items of a Vietnamese royal family as well as fine jewelry at the company’s June 23 sale. Absentee and Internet live bidding is available through LiveAuctioneers.
Chinese dynasties and their influences on artNEW YORK — China’s art tradition, from pottery and calligraphy to painting, is ancient in origin, dating back to the Stone Age. Examining China’s revered dynasties, it becomes clear that each left its own distinctive mark on a history that continues to unfold as contemporary artists add their influences. Let’s take a look at the […]