We present a curated selection of works of art featuring exceptional pieces that span a millennium of Chinese history. From a miniature Liao dynasty jade camel to exquisitely detailed Qing dynasty carvings, this exhibition showcases the remarkable skill and artistry of Chinese craftsmen. Highlights include pieces from the Muwen Tang Collection, the Susan Chen Collection, and distinguished European and American private collections. Notable are Suzhou agate carvings and jadeite pieces from the Qianlong period, demonstrating the technical virtuosity and sophisticated taste of the imperial workshops.
Fine Art Asia, Hong Kong, October 2017
A white jade ring carved with a tiger’s head biting its own tail, China: Qianlong period (1736–95)
A pale celadon jade group of two rabbits, China: Qianlong period (1736–95)
An imperial three-colour jadeite pomander, China: Qianlong period (1736–95)
A three-colour Suzhou agate carving of a boy standing on a large gourd covered with a large leaf, China: Qianlong period (1736–95)