Our most recently added item - August 2023

 

A fine Dehua Guan Yin (goddess).

Height: 70cm

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A sneak peek into this 90+ year old porcelain factory (Hong Kong)

 

It was great hearing the story and history of this porcelain factory from its third generation owner, Yuet Tung.

Some interesting points:

1. This factory was founded in 1928.
2. Before the 1960s, real gold dust was used. Later, they switched to liquid gold.
3. Guang Cai porcelain was mainly sold to the Western market.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yDnbVjB2u_4

Curator and specialist on Chinese ceramics (Ming dynasty)

Stumbled across this informative, enlightening documentary by curator and Ming ceramic specialist, Jessica Harrison-Hall for the second time.

Just thought I'd re-share this in case some of you missed the first post!

Enjoy!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwvRXJd22oI

China's history revealed through art (Chinese ceramics)

 

Just thought I'd share this article highlighting how Chinese ceramics evolved from one dynasty to another over the centuries.

Enjoy!

https://www.sothebys.com/en/articles/a-small-history-of-chinese-ceramics

Our most recently added item - July 2023

 

A fine 3-legged Geyao brush washer.

H: 3.8cm

Diameter: 14cm

Chinese zodiacs and myths

Ever wondered why the mighty dragon finished in 5th place? Or how the rat managed to win The Great Race? And why wait 60 years to start the cycle when there are only 12 animals in the Chinese zodiac?

Check out this short video by Ted-Ed to get the answers.

Enjoy!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=may2s9j4RLk&t=18s

Fine 'imitation' pieces housed in Shanghai Museum (Chinese history)

Short, insightful documentary highlighting how Chinese ceramics evolved from one dynasty to the next.

Enjoy!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vn6Kexvz00U