As the Asian market soars and contemporary artists become ever more collectible, Bonhams is developing these two key divisions to capitalize on the globalization of the antiques market. Here, Andrew Stramentov, Bonhams new director of contemporary art shares his advice for those seeking a haven for either their passion for art or their nest egg. Read More +
The Asian Art department at Bonhams in San Francisco announces it will hold ongoing weekly Wednesday morning consignment events to meet consignment demands. Read More +
A public auction, with live and online bidding, features selections of fine bronzes, antiques, original paintings, art glass, jewelry, Asian antiques and more. A pair of life-size bronze sculptures by South African artist Dylan Lewis, titled “Leopard Crushing Serpent,” is the expected top lot. Read More +
Cordier Auctions’ May 19-20 public auction holds 875 lots of fine antiques and art, including three paintings by Walter Baum and an ivory, bronze & onyx figure by Demetre Chiparus. Read More +
A.H. Wilkens Auctions & Appraisals, a relatively new Toronto auction house, saw active bidding on Asian art April 17-18, 2012. A lot of two Chinese white jade cups sold for $3,744, five times its low estimate. A a pair of Paul Storr, English silver baskets sold for $37,440. Read More +
Here’s a look at the top lots from Neal Auction Co.’s April 21-22, 2012 sale, during which a pair of antique Chinese Huanghuali wood square stools sold for $69,310 and claimed top lot honors. Read More +
A late 19th century Russian red enameled medal is expected to take top lot honors from among the approximate 400 lot offerings in an April 28 live and online auction. Read More +
Toronto’s A.H. Wilkens is hosting a three-session auction April 17-18, 2012 filled with a wide array of rare and unusual objects including silver silver and Judaica. The silver is followed by a wide array of Asian arts featuring Chinese ivory, jade, porcelain and stone. Read More +
Vibrantly and painstakingly crafted, Meiji Satsuma earthenware literally reflects Japanese artistry, history and culture, from the featured themes and motifs to the art form’s minute liquid gold embellishments and ivory to yellow fine-crackled glazes. Noted for their dense ornamentation, Satsuma can be embellished with borders of varying types and patterns, including enamel, geometric, brocade, scroll, latticework and lush florals. Read More +
Authentic Japanese woodblock prints from the 18th and 19th centuries can be found through reputable dealers starting at as little as $100. The story of the rise and fall of Japanese woodblock printing is a sad one; it is also the story of the decline of artistic freedom and the rise of totalitarian government. Read More +