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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
China’s New Collectors Drive Global Art Market Rebound
The global art market is almost back to a pre-crisis level—and Chinese buyers are playing a major role. Read More
Sotheby’s World-Record Jadeite Necklace Primed For Top Chinese Bidders
The auction house's hint that the world's most expensive jadeite necklace may have imperial provenance could cause its price to skyrocket at an upcoming Hong Kong auction. Read More
Jing Daily’s China Luxury Brief: December 12, 2013
Welcome to Jing Daily’s China Luxury Brief: the day’s top news on the business of luxury and culture in China, all in one place. Read More
Chinese Contemporary Prices Soar At Christie’s Hong Kong
High bids at Christie's Asian 20th Century and Contemporary Art sale showed the continued strength of Chinese contemporary art this season—but the big sales aren't over yet. Read More
Chinese Contemporary Art Rapidly Gains Ground On Western Prices
Chinese contemporary art prices may not have reached those of their Western counterparts yet, but China's new collectors are quickly changing the situation. Read More
Yan Pei-Ming Brings In Top Price For Frieze Charity Auction
The Chinese contemporary artist's portrait of The Prince of Wales sold as the top lot of the night at a recent charity auction held by Myriam Ullens. Read More
Poly’s Planned Hong Kong IPO Reveals Global Auction Powerhouse Ambitions
The upcoming public offering by China's top auction company is likely to have major implications for the international market. Read More
