• 27–30 OCT
  • Hong Kong

Following the resounding success of ‘The Ai Lian Tang Collection – 800 Years of Chinese Ceramics’ dedicated auction in April, Christie's unveils a new chapter this October with ‘The Ai Lian Tang Collection – Gems of the Imperial Capital’. Bringing together 30 treasures associated with Beijing and the imperial court, the sale explores the remarkable breadth and depth of a distinguished collector's vision through works spanning porcelain, jade, lacquer and other imperial arts. From 1272-1911, for more than six centuries, Beijing stood as the political and cultural centre of the Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties, attracting the finest objects and craftsmanship from across the empire. Reflecting this rich legacy, the collection demonstrates an appreciati on not only for rarity and quality, but also for the diverse artistic traditions, cultural exchanges and technical innovations that shaped courtly life. Together, these works reveal a cosmopolitan world where imperial patronage, religious devotion, scholar ly ideals and exceptional craftsmanship converged.

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Beijing
  • Beijing
  • Christie’s Beijing Art Space
    No. 82, Jinbao Street Dong Cheng District, Beijing
  • Viewing
  • +86 10 8583 1766
  • infoasia@christies.com

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  • Chengdu
  • TIME HALL
    No. 1-8 Jingguanyi Street, Jinjiang District, Chengdu
  • Viewing
  • +86 21 6355 1766
  • infoasia@christies.com

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Shanghai
  • Shanghai
  • Christie’s Shanghai Art Space
    BUND ONE 4/F, No.1 Zhongshan Dong Yi Road Shanghai
  • Viewing
  • +86 21 6355 1766
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  • Taipei
  • Taipei Marriott Hotel, Grand Space 3rd Floor, No. 199 Lequn 2nd Road, Taipei
  • Viewing
  • +886 2 2736 3356
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Hong-Kong-Henderson

The Royal Academy International Exhibition of Chinese Art 1935–36: A Commemorative Tribute

22 OCT – 6 NOV
HONG KONG

Celebrating the legacy of the landmark 1935–36 Royal Academy exhibition in collaboration with Daniel Eskenazi, through exceptional masterpieces and the launch of a major new scholarly publication.

Location
Christie’s Hong Kong
The Henderson, 2 Murray Road, Central

Contact
+852 2760 1766
infoasia@christies.com

* By appointment only

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