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Why Blue-Chip Chinese Contemporary Art Is A ‘Bargain’ (For Now)
Prices of top works in Christie's upcoming Hong Kong Asian contemporary art sale lag behind those of comparable Western pieces sold in New York, but a growing Chinese collector base… Read More
Zhang Xiaogang For Everyone: Bonhams Sets Sights On New Chinese Collectors In Hong Kong
As Bonhams solidifies its place in Hong Kong's Chinese contemporary art market, its upcoming auction targets mid-range collectors with pieces by artists such as Liu Ye, Zhang Xiaogang, and Yue… Read More
Chinese Officials’ Ill-Gotten Gains Hit Auction Block As Anti-Graft Drive Persists
As China's anti-corruption campaign rages on, luxury goods confiscated from officials are up for auction in Wenzhou this weekend. Read More
Christie’s Second Shanghai Auction Gains From Tax-Exempt Policies And Growing Chinese Collector Base
Avid Chinese collectors showed strong interest in both Chinese and Western contemporary art at a recent auction that solidified the company's new mainland presence. Read More
Wine, Watches, And Chicken Cups: Chinese Ceramics Land On ‘Most Valuable Collectibles’ List
As China's investment-minded collectors push the prices of Asian antiques sky-high, Chinese porcelain takes its place among the world's most expensive luxury items. Read More
Sotheby’s Institute Launches Mainland Program To Broaden Collector Base And Increase Expertise
With expectations that China's art market will "eclipse" those of the United States and Europe, Sotheby's educational wing teams up with Tsinghua University to launch a program that features classes… Read More
Zhang Xiaogang Smashes World Record With $12.1 Million Sotheby’s Sale
A new record for the artist at auction demonstrates the rising momentum of Chinese contemporary art as new Chinese collectors enter the market. Read More
China’s Growing Collector Base Is Turning Chinese Contemporary Art Into A Major Blue-Chip Asset
Top Chinese contemporary art prices currently lag behind their Western counterparts, but China's investment-minded wealthy are likely to narrow the gap in the coming years. Read More
Burgundy Keeps Tight Hold On Hong Kong Crown At Christie’s March Auction
Despite a decline in global wine auction revenues, Christie's efforts to cater to Chinese tastes with "Oriental"-themed collections paid off in its recent Hong Kong wine auction. Read More
Why The Future Holds ‘Unmatched Potential’ For China’s Gigantic Auction Market
In an interview with Jing Daily, artnet News Editor in Chief Benjamin Genocchio discusses why the global art world needs more China knowledge. Read More
