Asian Antiques

Asian antiques covers a many different cultures, Japanese, Chinese, Tibetan and Mongolian just to name a few.  There is something different about Asian Antiques than other antiques from all around the world.

The Asian art is so detailed and they have great design and history. Some pieces of Asian Antiques that are worth investing in. There is a Painted Mongolian Cabinet circa early 20 the century. Then there is a beautiful Elmwood Kang Table with carvings and iron fittings, this piece is from Shanxi Province circa 1850-1900, it would make a beautiful addition to any collection.

Asian paintings are very popular in the antique community. Chinese art is the most popular. There is one piece which is quite beautiful; it is part of a 4 piece scroll from the Yao Ceremonial Scrolls. This particular scroll has a female deity riding a deer. The Ancestral portrait is from the1880-1900 from Southern China. The color is beautiful and it does give you a sense in history.

Tibetan art is very colorful and very ancient looking at the same time. Some period pieces from early 20th century Tibet is made from Fir and Pine.  Cabinets are the most beautiful, be careful when buying these from some dealers because some have pieces of furniture they have from 1920’s and 30’s but a true antique is over 100 years old. Get any authenticity papers that come with each piece.

Another great part of Asian Antiques are Buddha statues. Some of these statues date back to the early 1800’s and they really are quite beautiful. They are popular in antiques because they have a meaning to them, they symbolize religion back then and they still do in Asian Culture.

Other great pieces of Asian antiques are object such as cabinets or tables have mother of pearl decorating began with the Tang Dynasty of 618 to 907 and then it turned in to an art form called Najeon Chiligi which lasted from 918 to 1392. The best art pieces came from that time period. If you are interested in Asian Antiques do your research and make sure any art work you buy comes with an official certificate of authenticity.

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