What is huanghuali furniture?
The Chinese term huanghuali literally means “yellow flowering pear” wood. The finest huanghuali has a translucent shimmering surface with abstractly figured patterns that delight the eye–those appearing like ghost faces were highly prized. The color can range from reddish-brown to golden-yellow.
What kind of antique furniture is in China?
Antique Chinese furniture of rosewood feature simple, graceful lines and rich color prized by collectors. Chinese antiques that originate from the imperial courts are highly prized by collectors worldwide as well as within China. What are some other Chinese antique art, porcelain, or pottery?
Where can I buy Chinese antiques in Malaysia?
Lasting Impressions is a Malaysian company launched in 1991. Since then they have been specialising in restored antique furniture, lighting, art and accessories from China. Their current collection features classical and modern Chinese furniture, each carefully and individually selected.
How big is an antique Ming style cabinet?
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How to estimate the value of a Chinese antique?
To learn about the value of your Chinese antique, simply submit images and information through our easy-to-use online estimate form. Our global team of specialists will review your submission and issue preliminary estimates for items that can be included in our sales.
Antique Chinese furniture of rosewood feature simple, graceful lines and rich color prized by collectors. Chinese antiques that originate from the imperial courts are highly prized by collectors worldwide as well as within China. What are some other Chinese antique art, porcelain, or pottery?
To learn about the value of your Chinese antique, simply submit images and information through our easy-to-use online estimate form. Our global team of specialists will review your submission and issue preliminary estimates for items that can be included in our sales.
How to sell your Chinese antiques with Sotheby’s?
Now is an ideal time to consign Chinese antiques with Sotheby’s. To learn more about how Sotheby’s can help you sell your Chinese porcelain, click here. Register or log in to your Sothebys.com account to send photos and information about your Chinese art and begin your complimentary auction estimate request.
When did the Chinese start making antique porcelain?
Some Chinese antique pottery dates back more than two thousand years although much antique porcelain comes from the 15th century onward. Porcelain was invented by the Chinese in the 18th century, and the country has been known ever since for their exported porcelain tea sets, dishes, and figurines made with kaolin.
