ASIAN CONTEMPORARY & CHINESE 20TH CENTURY ART

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The Asian Contemporary and Chinese 20th Century Art markets have experienced remarkable growth since the category began gaining popularity among collectors regionally and globally in the past decade. Asian Contemporary Art and Chinese 20th Century Art have witnessed an extraordinary development that comes from the rising importance of Asia on the global world stage, and by extension, the world’s increasing fascination and interest in Asian art and culture.

Christie’s remains at the forefront of the art market with a visionary approach: Christie’s Hong Kong was the first international auction house in 2005 to present quality contemporary art from a combination of Asian nations, including China, India, Korea and Japan, and in 2008, Christie’s Hong Kong also pioneered the inaugural evening sale for Asian Contemporary and Chinese 20th Century Art, establishing Hong Kong as one of the key centers of the global art world.

Bringing works by Chinese artists such as Zeng Fanzhi, Yue Minjun, Wang Huaiqing, Cai Guoqiang, Zhang Xiaogang, Liu Ye, Zao Wou-ki, Chu Te h-Chun, Liao Chi Ch’un, Sanyu and Chen Cheng-po to the attention of the world, Christie’s also presents an exceptional and diverse line-up of Asian Contemporary artists such as Mr., Nam Jun-Paik, Kang Hyung Koo, Hisashi Tenmyouya, Takashi Murakami, Kei Hiraga, Atsushi Suwa, T.V. Santhosh, Subodh Gupta, Jitish Kalla、Choi Yeong Geol and Kim Dong Yoo. With impressive exhibitions, catalogues, and sales results, Christie’s is a recognized leader and a renowned benchmark in setting standards for Asian Contemporary Art and Chinese 20th Century Art, and in establishing these categories firmly on the global art map.

Christie’s team maintains an unparalleled knowledge, passion, experience and the depth of relationships to reach the most potential buyers. Identifying buyers for works of art is one of the most critical steps in the sale process, and Christie’s team understands what today’s collectors desire. Christie’s ability to create new markets and attract buyers for Asian Contemporary Art and Chinese 20th Century Art is incomparable, providing a valuable perspective on an art phenomenon that is here to stay.

UPCOMING SALES FROM THIS DEPARTMENT


  • May 2012 26 TBD

    SALE  2905|
    Hong Kong
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    Asian 20th Century & Contemporary Art (Evening Sale)

  • May 2012 27 TBD

    SALE  2906|
    Hong Kong
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    Asian 20th Century Art (Day Sale)

  • May 2012 27 TBD

    SALE  2907|
    Hong Kong
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    Asian Contemporary Art (Day Sale)

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