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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

December 29, 2009 1 Comment

Antique Restorations

Restoring a Chinese mahjong table with a bit of pyrotechnics!

I get so backed up with blog posts, because there is so many interesting and fascinating things to see and talk about. And being detailed

March 26, 2009 No Comments

Wood Finishing Articles & Information

Here is some great collection of articles I found on wood finish supply.com’s website about lacquers & wood finishing. Its quite technical and really intended

October 5, 2007 No Comments

Category: woods & other materials

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

Restoring a Chinese mahjong table with a bit of pyrotechnics!

Wood Finishing Articles & Information

Recent Posts

Secrets of the tomb – revealing the origins of the wine table (Chinese antique furniture video series)

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

When Androids dream: An experiment in using AI to imagine “antiques.”

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

A Chinese Yuan/Ming tixi lacquer plate

A superb late Ming to early Qing dynasty Chinese gilt lacquer “sunflower” dish.

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

A 19th century Japanese Ryukyu Kingdom Cinnabar lacquer & haku-e incense table

A particularly life like Chinese Han dynasty painted pottery model of a goose.

A late Qing Dynasty shagreen overlay brush pot

A Chinese Zitan wood lotus-shaped lobed tea jar with cover

An 18th/19th century Chinese scholars book box with fine woven basketry panels.

A particularly elegant small Chinese Scholars table-stand in hongu with burlwood inlay - 18th century Qing dynasty

Latest Blog Posts

Secrets of the tomb – revealing the origins of the wine table (Chinese antique furniture video series)

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

When Androids dream: An experiment in using AI to imagine “antiques.”

Latest Research Docs

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

A Chinese Yuan/Ming tixi lacquer plate

A superb late Ming to early Qing dynasty Chinese gilt lacquer “sunflower” dish.

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

A 19th century Japanese Ryukyu Kingdom Cinnabar lacquer & haku-e incense table

A particularly life like Chinese Han dynasty painted pottery model of a goose.

A late Qing Dynasty shagreen overlay brush pot

A Chinese Zitan wood lotus-shaped lobed tea jar with cover

An 18th/19th century Chinese scholars book box with fine woven basketry panels.

A particularly elegant small Chinese Scholars table-stand in hongu with burlwood inlay - 18th century Qing dynasty