A carved Chinese celadon jade plaque, an oval just 6 inches high, sold for a surprising price at Clars Auction Gallery in Oakland, California, in March 2011. Estimated at $1,500, it sold for $94,800 to a collector from Taiwan. If you have a piece of Asian jade, pottery, or ivory that has a family history dating before 1950, it would be wise to take it to an expert, preferably at a museum. It might be very, very old and worth a lot of money. Most likely it is just a recent piece or a good copy. But we have recently reported on at least four pieces that went for unexpectedly high prices.
A silk painting caught my eye and I was told they came from Japan in the 50’s. Any ideas on a site to visit for some info on marks, and Japanese writing on the face. Mother Tiger carrying Cub, really beautiful. Thank you…
I have several wood screens 8 feet tall and heavily carved. They were said to be several hundred years old. They are too heavy to take anywhere to evaluate. Is there an expert who makes house calls?
I thought this page would show more examples??? My family collected many Asian pieces but I can’t guage the age of any (or most) of them!
I have many pieces of Asian art objects that I inherited from my Aunt and Uncle. My Uncle was in the Navy during WWII and lived on Okinawa. Can you suggest a good book on pricing? Many of the objects can’t be found online.
Thank you.
Sally
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