This compound cabinet is possibly the largest and most magnificent piece of early imperial Qing furniture to come to market.

A Massive Zitan Cabinet

Exquisitely painted by master court enamellers within the confines of the Forbidden City in Beijing, the large bowl would once have been an object of pure delight for Qianlong.

The Chutaro Nakano Falangcai Bowl

The Chutaro Nakano Falangcai Dragon Bowl

With its harmonious yet striking combination of form, glaze colour, motif, and carving technique, the magnificence of this vase can hardly be overstated.

A Superb Celadon Meiping

Highlights include the ‘Xueshi Tang ji’ jade book, commissioned by the Qianlong Emperor in 1773. It is without question the most important imperial jade book extant in private hands.

The De An Tang Collection

Jades from the De An Tang Collection

Raised alongside Chinese antiques, the collector and interior designer discovered the refined simplicity of Ming-style carpentry and embarked on her collecting journey in the 1980s.

The Zi Zhen Tang Collection

The Zi Zhen Tang Collection of Huanghuali Furniture

Drawn in by the mysterious spiritual beauty of ancient Chinese jade, the masters of the Collection have been committed to its study for over 20 years. The highlight is a powerfully carved white jade Han dynasty bixie.

The Numina Collection

The Numina Collection of Chinese Jade

This season presents an array of imperial porcelain from prominent private collections, including the Zhuyuetang and the Xianquxuan Collection, both assembled by members of the Min Chiu Society.

Important Private Collections

Important Private Porcelain Collections

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The Important Chinese Art auction presents a tightly curated sale, including a stellar line-up of some of the rarest and most important masterpieces, showcasing the sheer breadth and depth of over 4,000 years of Chinese art history.