Chinese paintings, and the philosophy of art.

 Chinese painting is widely accepted as the most sophisticated art specially antique and old one.
 The above large picture  92 x 42 cm. would reveal the story behind it using light colors and adding    the  sense of curiosity by the artist  named as Sha Mengyan. 

A symbolic Chinese antique porcelain drink pot

 Chinese craft  has always introduced new creation for the attraction of the lovers to probe into. The picture given below is a   porcelain drink pot with painting of running horses in red yellow and black colors and  calligraphy in black color..   Inside the pot is another pot replaceable.Manufacturer stamps is seen on base of the main object.These types of models pointing out at thermal technology  in the past were highly liked by interested circles and today have been preserved representing  pieces of art & culture.

Antique Chinese pots worth collectible.

The following images show a  group of 3 antique porcelain pots  consisting of ,

Left. Antique small Delft porcelain vase with floral decoration work. , the age of which can be determined from the condition and similarity..The vases, plates and other ceramics of the company are  highly appreciated in international market because of their rarity and decoration work. 

Middle. Antique Chinese Dynasty floral decorated in  blue & white  planter with manufacturer sign mark on the base.It has 8 facets. The collectors of Chinese antiques search for such items and are sold in international market for high prices.The double circular lines on the pot shows relevancy to Chinese Imperial Dynasty period probably Ming dynasty as the paintings in blue color and its structure  itself speaks of unique manufacturing technique.

Right. Chinese blue & white decorated  hexagonal vase  with landscape painting on a small vase is also  collectible pieces so far its characteristics are concerned. 

This information is provided to collectors in the initial stage of their work.Detailed information can be had from the the sites like, Gothberg, Kovel, and many others on internet.

An interesting antique Chinese bowl.

This fine Chinese conical  antique porcelain large bowl probably from Northern Song Dynasty in China  with distinguished  inscription of  floral work of art.

This type of creation is considered as important collection.

The  surface of the object is so fine and soft  that one cannot remain without admiring the technique of manufacturing hundred years  ago i.e, 14th c..The light color and light weight of the bowl adds beauty to the object  The age signs are visible determining its vulnerability which is an important aspect of antique identification and subsequent collection. 

Chinese snuff bottles, an important cultural heritage.

Introduction & short  history of Chinese snuff bottles.

Chinese started using   powdered tobacco in snuff bottles  during the Qing dynasty though the use of tobacco was banned at that time. It was used as a cure for cold stomach problems or headache like usual medicines.  Snuff bottles like the image  given  below is an example of that.

Decorated with nicely  carved work of horse riders in different designs on front and back  sides of the object and stamped showing the era of manufacture.

The elite class used to present snuff at special occasions to the distinguished class of people and was considered as ritual of honor.However its use spread to the rest of the country later on.The snuff bottles have been made in  different designs and models made of different materials like jade, glass,wood,metal, ivory and cinnabar etc, 

Some made for the  court had unmatchable art of work  and were  made from special material for presentation at special  occasion.The owner of very special pieces were very proud of such belongings.The production of snuff bottles was at peak during 18 th century because of the high demand by public.In 1912 after the fall  of Qing dynasty the snuffing custom disappeared with the establishment of Republic.

The snuff bottles are highly looked after by the  collectors today  because of their unique features, rarity and valuable art.