China’s vast cultural heritage has long been a target for thieves, smugglers, and fraudsters. While the government has stepped up enforcement with stricter laws and digital tracking systems, recent cases …
In the world of Chinese antiques, discoveries often come from the most unexpected places. Such was the case when a group of researchers recently identified several pieces of Huanghuali furniture …
Authenticating Chinese art has always been one of the most challenging aspects of collecting. From jade carvings to porcelain and scroll paintings, the fine line between genuine treasures and clever …
For centuries, jade has been one of China’s most revered materials. From the delicate Hetian nephrite of the Han dynasty to the intricately carved jadeite ornaments of the Qing court, …
The world of Chinese art and antiques has been shaken by sensational revelations surrounding Fan Zeng (范曾), one of China’s most celebrated living painters, calligraphers, and collectors. At 87 years …
In April 2025, China Guardian Hong Kong’s Spring Auctions showcased an exceptional pair of celadon-glazed ‘double-gourd’ vases from the Qianlong period (1736-1795). These vases, standing at 37.5 cm tall, bear …
An antique dealer who secretly sold a customer’s valuable Qing dynasty vase and replaced it with a counterfeit has been sentenced to more than two years in prison. The same …
Chinese porcelain has long been celebrated for its craftsmanship, refinement, and historical significance. Within this vast tradition, a crucial distinction exists between wares produced by imperial kilns and those made …