Day: December 29, 2009

The work of Chinese artist's Ai Weiwei Table

Design

Can furniture get drunk? A look at the works of Chinese artist Ai Wei Wei

Chinese contemporary artist Ai Wei Wei, who reinterprets traditional and classical furniture designs in unexpected ways. Lets explore!

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Antique Markets

Buying exotic hardwoods in Beijing: A visit to the Dong Ba Timber Market

The Chinese have always prized hardwoods for their dense grain, durability and rich color. But with Beijing being located in the north of China, one

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Books, Magazines and Publications

A reading list of recommended books for collectors of Tibetan antiques and artifacts

A recommended reading list of books of interest to the study of Tibetan Antiques from thangka to metal work to furniture.

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Day: December 29, 2009

Can furniture get drunk? A look at the works of Chinese artist Ai Wei Wei

Buying exotic hardwoods in Beijing: A visit to the Dong Ba Timber Market

A reading list of recommended books for collectors of Tibetan antiques and artifacts

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A small round Chinese Ming dynasty incense box, decorated with incised mother of pearl, inset into a black lacquer base

A Cizhou kiln polychrome model of a pony- Song dynasty or Jin dynasty

A rare early chinese Ming dynasty incised mother of pearl inlay tray in black lacquer

A Chinese or Ryu early Ming dynasty mother of pearl inlay tray

Japanese Buddhist Kyodzukue Sutra table in black urushi (lacquer) with gilt hand hammered metal fittings

A 18th/19th century Ryukyu mother of pearl and lacquer plate

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This 29,622 USD antique Chinese apothecary cabinet was burned to a crisp. Why?

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The specialists guide to Chinese window screens, carved wood panels & decorative lattice screens.

How can I tell if my Chinese furniture is antique, original or if its been modified?

Chinese wood carvings: are they hand carved or are they CNC computer carved?

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Day: December 29, 2009

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A stunning 17th/18th century Chinese black and gold lacquer 8 envoys tray

A Chinese late 18th century mother of pearl inlaid black lacquer rectangular tray

A rare & unusual Qianlong style faux carved cinnabar lacquer “5 brocades box”

An 18th century Chinese rock crystal brush rest scholar object

A small round Chinese Ming dynasty incense box, decorated with incised mother of pearl, inset into a black lacquer base

A Cizhou kiln polychrome model of a pony- Song dynasty or Jin dynasty

A rare early chinese Ming dynasty incised mother of pearl inlay tray in black lacquer

A Chinese or Ryu early Ming dynasty mother of pearl inlay tray

Japanese Buddhist Kyodzukue Sutra table in black urushi (lacquer) with gilt hand hammered metal fittings

A 18th/19th century Ryukyu mother of pearl and lacquer plate