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noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:08:00 +0000

Qianlong Period, Qing Dynasty
Overall height: 30cm
Height of pot: 6.5cm
Length of pot: 18cm
Width of pot: 13cm

The pot is square, with chrysanthemum petal design. The walls of the pot are thin and transparent, with the four corners carved into the shape of a double-leaf chrysanthemum flower. Each flower has 12 petals of rubies, with green gems forming the pistils. In the patterns of leaf veins on the low

In times Peking Opera grew prosperously, all the outstanding artists and performers throughout the country performed on this stage. Once in the opera field there was a saying tha

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[om syllable tibetan] A Rhinoceros Horn Magnoli - buddhismo ciotola pestello

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 10:16:00 +0000

Ming/Qing Dynasty
Height: 16.5cm

Well carved as an open magnolia blossom carved around the exterior with further blossoms and buds, all borne on a branch that forms the openwork base and the handle at one end, with a single stamen carved in high relief in the center of the interior below the overlapping petals, of deep honey color shading to a darker tone at the base.

Juran, Five Dynasties
Ink and color on silk
200.7*77.5cm

Juran was regarded as one of the founders of the so-called Southern School of landscape painting. This painting employs a "deep distance" compositional schema, with a small mountain range topped by dense copses of pines winding up f

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noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 10:16:00 +0000

Qing Dynasty
Length: 7.3cm
Width: 5.1cm
Thickness: 0.4cm

The rectangular pendant is engraved with double phoenix and cloud patterns in openwork on both sides, with the Chinese characters "wanshou" in the official script engraved in relief on one side, and another two characters "wujiang" on the other. The four characters mean "eternal longevity"

Qing Dynasty
Box Height: 27.6cm
Body Diameter: 24.5cm
Pad Height: 9.7cm
Pad Diameter: 20.3cm

This set of seal tools includes a seal box and a pad inside, both of which are made of alloy of 80% gold. The box is square and the lid is in the shape of an arched trapezoid. The pad is placed inside the box, with its edge turned outward. It is used for holding the seal. There's a buckle on the front side of the box for opening and closing the box. Fo

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[big turquoise silver pendant] An Aubergine Glazed Cense - buddhist symbols and flask

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 08:33:00 +0000

Qing Dynasty
Width: 20.5cm

Spread and unglazed ring foot supports low, wide belly that contracts gently to a short and outwardly-bowed neck, flanked by two scrolling handles, glazed entirely in a deep shade of aubergine purple-blue glaze, accompanied by two covers, an octagonal tin openwork grid, the other of wood and reticulated with floral scrolls, capped by a carved lingzhi handle, accompanied also by a wooden stand resting on ruyi cloud heads

Yang Opera, originally called Weiyang Opera and popularly known as Yangzhou Opera, is one of the local operas in Jiangsu Province. The opera, popular in northern Jiangsu Province, areas south of the Yangtze River, Shanghai and Anhui Province, is based on the traditional "flower drum opera" and "xianghuo

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[nepalese om spinning ring] Bronze Ding - bon augur tibet

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 02:35:00 +0000

Ding is one of the most important types of bronzes used for rituals and cooking meat. It may be three-legged and round or four-legged and rectangular. It may have a lid. In most cases, the rank of the owner can be judged by the number of pieces used. Its size varies from very small to extremely large. Inscrip

Height: 30.0cm
1978
by Jin Shiquan

The copper wire of the works is curved very fine, lines expressed very fluency. The pattern is designed by china traditional "Two Dragons Play Pearl" and "Interlocking Lotus". It means prosperity and auspicious.

Other works by Jin Shiquan: Cloisonné Zun on the Animal Backs

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[tibetan bowl om mani padme hum] Bamboo Cup with Scene of - tibetan bowl om mani padme hum

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 02:34:00 +0000

Qing Dynasty
Width: 14cm
Height: 8.5cm

The scene is inspired by a game called qushui liushang ("meandering water with a drifting wine cup") played by men of letters in ancient China which dates back to the 4th Century. In a garden or a grove, a small gully would be dug on a spot with a gradien.

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[bells tiger tibet pendants] Chinese Architecture and - nepali silver bracelet

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 04:18:00 +0000

Architecture and culture are tightly related to each other. In a sense, architecture is the carrier of culture. Styles of Chinese ancient architecture are rich and varied, such as temples, imperial palaces, altars, pavilions, official residencies and folk houses, which greatly reflect Chinese ancient thought - the harmonious unity of human beings with nature.

You may find much C

Qing Dynasty
Overall height: 52.7cm
Height of Buddha: 20cm
Height of stand: 14.7cm

Sitting straight on a gold filigree lotus seat, the Buddha wears strings of precious stones over his shoulders, and holds a turquoise treasure vase with both hands, with gem and pearl-inlaid bracelets around his arms. There's a red sandalwood Sumeru base at the bottom, with the wasp waist decorated with jade patterns of treasure flowers and eight treasures. There are jade railings on the base, with the

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[definition tibetisches amulett ghau] The Capital Museum - definition tibetisches amulett ghau

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 04:16:00 +0000

The refurbished Capital Museum, which re-opened on December 19, is now located at 16 Fuxingmenwai Road in west Beijing. Formerly housed in the Confucius Temple on Guozijian Road, the museum pays tribute to Beijing life in bygone eras.

At a cost of 1.23 billion yuan (US$147 million), the new venue can accommodate 2,000 visitors daily.

With a floor area of more than 60,000 square meters, Capital Museum is second only to the National Museum of China

Official script is one of the styles of Chinese calligraphy. It is developed from seal carving style that' characterized by round and smooth strokes, changing to square turning strokes. The character structure of official script is flat and square as opposed to the slim and long structures of seal carving style. Its character is constrained in both the upper and lower parts, yet somewhat expanded on the left and right. The pen movement is short and fast, against the slow movement in seal carving

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[buddha statue wholesaler] Underglaze Red Porcelain - buddha statue wholesaler

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 04:14:00 +0000

The underglaze red porcelain is a variety that emerged in the Yuan Dynasty. It is produced in accordance with the procedures as follows: first draw bronze red veins on the body of the porcelain and then cover a layer of transparent glaze on the body and finally burn it with the reducing flame at the temperature of 1200 centigrade degree. The porcelain processed this way will ha

Mr. Shu Jiong, Man nationality, and pseudonym: Shuting, study Guan Yuntang. He was born in Chengdu, Sichuan province of China in Jan,1956. When he was four years old, he began to learn calligraphy from Mr. Li Huoof western Sichuan. For the past 30 years, he has widely studied various calligraphers in different dynasties, giving special attention to the calligraphy of the Han and the Wei Dyna sties, the South and the North Dynasties. He s

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noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 04:13:00 +0000

Height: 10.5cm
Width: 9cm
Finished in 1972
by Wang Zhongyuan

This piece of agate carving works, make use of the material's natural color enough to complete. The fruit of cherryapple is richly. The rabbit is to be carved lifelike and attractive. It means that the household will be riches and honor.

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Puxian Opera

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 04:12:00 +0000

Puxian Opera is an ancient opera inFujian Province. Originally it was called Xinghua Opera, and was popular in Putian and Xianyou - hence the modern name of this art genre, as well as in central and southern Fujian - in places where the local Xinghua dialect was spoken.

With a distant origin and long development, Puxian Opera has a long history. During theNorthern and Southern Dynasties(420 - 589), large numbers

Situated on the Snake Hill in Wuchang City, Yellow Crane Tower is one of the three great towers of China.

Initially built in the Three Kingdoms Period, Yellow Crane Tower was ruined and rebuilt for many times over 1700 odd years and was finally burned down in the late Qing Dynasty. The ancient Yellow Crane Tower enjoyed the fame of "Unsurpassed Scenery in the World". I

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[mantra symbols on spinning ring] Lady of the Xiang River

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:12:00 +0000

Dated 1947
Fu Baoshi (1904-1965)
Album leaf; ink and color on paper; 10 1/2 x 12 7/8 in. (26.7 x 32.7 cm)
Signed: "Baoshi"

Fu Baoshi here imitates the archaic simplicity of a fourth-century painting style to impart an ethereal elegance to his depiction of a legendary goddess. However, the earlier style is transformed by Fu's modern sensibility. The natural

Located in the Central University for Nationalities, Ethnic Museum houses over 20,000 cultural relics relating to China's 56 ethnic groups. The majority of these are traditional costumes and ornaments that exemplify expertise on the part of ethnic minorities in weaving, dying, embroidery and tannage. So
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[tigerzahnanh?nger] Zhang Longzhang - om lotus

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:12:00 +0000

Zhang Longzhang

Sanshang Art is an agency devoted to the collection, research, distribution and international exchanges of Chinese art. Sanshang Art is tasteful as well as academic, upholding artistic spirit, classical art, fashion-pursuit as well as elite culture. In the period of prosperous development of Chinese art, Sanshang commits itself to the development of Chinese national art as well as the introduction of unique

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[traditional indian jewelry] Birds, Flowers and Trees - tibetan buddhist art

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 15:39:00 +0000

Bian Jingzhao, Ming Dynasty
Ink and color on silk
155*99cm

In a corner of the imperial garden, flowers and birds evoke spring. Above, a Chinese bulbul climbs high on the top of the branch, signifying wealth and longevity. In the middle, each of the four paradise flycatchers occupies a corner, symbolizing the splendor of four seasons. Below, a pair of birds is looking for food under the

Ritual songs are sung on the occasions of folk rituals such as "wedding tune" in weddings, "funeral tune" in funerals, "sacrificial tune" in sacrifices, "dragon boat tune" in dragon boat race, "wine tune" in drinking, "congratulation tune" in meeting and seeing off friends and re

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[buddha t] A white glazed basin - tibetan silver bead skull bracelet

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 10:47:00 +0000

Northern Song dynasty (960-1127), 11th - 12th century; Ding ware
Probably from the Jianci village kilns, Hebei Province, China
Porcelain; Diam. 9 3/4 in. (24.8 cm)

The highly aesthetic, placid, and introspective atmosphere of both the Northern and Southern Song dynasties is reflected in the quiet elegance of ceramics in the classic court taste. Fo

Located in the center of Beijing, the Palace Museum, historically and artistically one of the most comprehensive museum in China, was established on the basis of the Forbidden City, a palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1840), and their collection of treasures.

The Forbidden City used to be the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties. It is nearly 600 years old, with construction sta

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[nepalease yack scarfs] Gold and Silver-Plating B - thangka pendant

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 09:55:00 +0000

Boshan Censer is a bronze censer in the Han Dynasty in China. The external shape of the censer is just like a stretching mountain with decoration of cloud shape lines, immortals, animals, which is similar to an immortals' mountain on the sea, so its name is originated. The censer is comprised of three parts including the body, cover and base, and its internal part is hollow and the incense can be burned here. The ancient people used it to smoke clothes, quilts and for praying. When the

Xuande period, Ming Dynasty
Diameter: 31.2cm

Large form with everted and squared lip, shallow walls, ring foot, nicknamed at "dice bowl" because of its likeness to classical dice, body thickly potted, glaze fine and sleek, inner walls in white, outer walls in blue and white designs staring

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[different types of conches] Man Jianmin - different types of conches

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 09:55:00 +0000

Man Jianmin entered the Beijing Carved Lqcquer-Ware Factory in 1962 and learned carving techniques from the masters Liu Jinbo and Du Bingchen. Man is famous for his mastery in carving landscqpes and animals. He has made striking breakthroughs in high relief, sculpture-in-the-round and hollowed-out techniques, and is clever at deploying hollowed-out techniques in carving flowers, birds and animals. He has gr

Ornamental Rock No. 71
2006 - 2008
Polished stainless steel
170.2 x 157.5 x 106.7 cm

Zhan Wang's Ornamental Rock No. 71 in a metaphor for the fast changing face of China. Inspired by the public sculpture often found outside Beijing's new office development buildings, as well as the feng shui of trad

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noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 13:45:00 +0000

The construction of the museum was initiated in August 1982. In September 1984, Mentougou Museum was officially open to the public. As Beijing's first county-level comprehensive museum, it is a public service unit with 11 working staff affiliated to Mengtougou Cultural Bureau.

The original museum was built in the style of gardens in the Qing Dynasty. Covering an area of 15,100 square meters, the museum has a construction area of 1,464 square mete

The Lingxing Gate, also known as Heavenly Gate or Gate of Dragon and Phoenix, was a kind of ancient structure built in different places with different meanings. More often than not they stood in front of mausoleums, altars and temples dedicated to emperors. The Lingxing Gate comprises baluster columns and decorated tie-beams. Th

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[dorje knots] Monkeys of Mount Tiandu b - dorje knots

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 10:56:00 +0000

Ink and color on paper
149x80.7cm
Guangzhou Art Museum

Cheng Zhang (1868-1936)
Style name: Yao Sheng, native of Xing-an, Anhui Province. In his paintings, he applied the Western techniques of shading and perspective, which endeared them to the urban patrons in the coastal regions. He taught fine arts at Tsinghua University. This painting drew its material from his sketches of Mount Tiandu. In th

Stone
Tang Dynasty
Height: 72cm

Lokapala is a common image in Chinese Buddha sculptures. According to Buddhism's doctrine, Lakapala safeguards the Buddha and its temples. Generally, there are four Lokapalas fashioned in Chinese temples, guarding east, south, west and north. Lokapala statues made during the Tang Dynast

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[carved stone rings] Hairpin with a dragonfly - six perfections meaning buddhism

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:31:00 +0000

Qing Dynasty
Length: 9.5cm

The handle of the hairpin is a gold filigree dragonfly, with its body and two wings inlaid with rubies, and the two feeler ends inlaid with pearls.

The hairpin features elaborate filigree work, with the dragonfly design symbolizing "stable regime of the Qing Dynasty", as "dragonfly" sounds like "Qing Dynasty court" in Chinese.

As one of many Chinese local operas, Yongju Opera is performed in Ningbo dialect in East China's Zhejiang Province. While Yongju Opera's expertise is modern plays, it is also suited for Qing Dynasty costume plays, as well as the cheongsam (traditional Chinese clothes) and modern costume plays. As it is close to modern life, the opera is very cherished and welcomed both the government and the public.

Since its birth, the opera has existed

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[yibetan jewlery] JING ART GALLERY - tibetan cremation pendant

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:30:00 +0000

"JING ART" is the nickname of "MAKII MASARU FINE ARTS SHANGHAI". "JING" means "water well", it represents the expectations for artists' endless imagination and creativity. It also signifies the responsibility of promoting art exchange between Japan and China.

Jing Art is the sister gallery

Gallery Beijing Space opened in August 2005, is located in 798 Art District. The philosophy is dedicated to deal and represent the Chinese contemporary art. Conducting the strategic marketing to the signed and cooperated artists. Our emphasis is to establish the science and market value for young talents by steps, Brings them to the sight of domestic and overseas art circles. Meanwhile, we focus on creating the best collectors

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[geschnitzte vase] Horses - tibetan turquoise jewelry

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:30:00 +0000

Horses
Zhao Yong
Ink and color on silk
186*106cm
National Palace Museum, Taipei

In a woods by the water, five horses from the imperial stable graze on a grassy slope. The tall trees provide shade against the summer sun. The horses graze, communicate with each other, walk about or scratch themselves against a tree trunk. The plump groom dozes contentedly under a tree; not even the chirping of the cicadas can rouse him from his slumber. The elaborately executed and colored painting ex

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[kalachakra pendentif] Suzhou Dongshan Engraving - om mantra locket

noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 22:04:00 +0000

Originally named as "Chunzai Tower", the Engraving Building is located at the west Dongshan Town, 40 kilometers southwest to Suzhou City. The construction of the building began in 1922 and was finished three years later, with a total expense of 3741 Liang (about 187 kg) of gold. It imitated the architectural style of manors in the Ming Dynasty, reflecting the masterful traditional architectural workmanship in South China.

The traditional Chinese a

Sword originated from nomadic tribes in the north. As early as the first period of the Western Zhou Dynasty, its form attained maturity and became popular over a large area. Usually a sword was in the shape of a willow leaf accompanied by a sheath. The bronze sword disappeared when the iron sword came into use during the Han Dynasty.
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noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 22:04:00 +0000

"The Rising Dragon" is written by Li Yu in the Ming dynasty (1368-1644). It is based on the story of Zhao Kuangyin (927-976 AD), the founder of the Song dynasty (960-1279 AD).

Song Jing (Escorting Jingniang Home)

Zhao Kuangyin, while staying at Bainliang City, is search of justice, killed a bully from an influential family. On the w

Qing Dynasty
Height: 11.5cm/8.2cm/11.5cm

Thick Jixue(chicken blood) stone material with inherent patterning of the stone's veins of classical Jixue variety, an effect due to the stone's mineral composition and vein structure, these stones further classified as Fuyunxue, with a fresh red color, the most prized of Jixue varieties.

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noreply@blogger.com (Amidiu) — Sun, 14 Feb 2010 17:10:00 +0000

Tang dynasty (618-906), late 7th century
Earthenware with painted decoration; (1) H. 5 3/4 in. (14.6 cm); (2) H. 5 3/4 in. (14.6 cm); (3) H. 6 in. (15.2 cm); (4) H. 5 7/8 in. (14.9 cm)

The music of Kucha, which had been introduced into China during the Northern Wei period, enjoyed great popularity in the Sui and early Tang dynasties, and was performed on its own or incorporated into large-scale orchestral w

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