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Among Chinese Collectors, Patriotism Boosts Antiques, Optimism Boosts Contemporary Art
For many Chinese collectors with the means to do so, buying now is seen as a smart move, as these pieces are only going to get harder to find and… Read More-
Six Priceless “Made In China” Treasures
With China currently being inundated with luxury goods from around the world, it's easy to lose sight of the fact that, for the vast majority of its long history, China… Read More -
For Auction Houses In Hong Kong, “Power And Patriotism Sell”
By highlighting the undertones of power and authority in the objects up for auction in Hong Kong, Sotheby's is smartly playing to the cultural and historical proclivities of (primarily) mainland… Read More -
Video: “Imperial Cuisine” In Beijing
In recent years a growing number of small, independent family restaurants in Beijing have begun to specialize in "Imperial cuisine", dishes that call back to those favored by the imperial… Read More
