Assessment of the Value of Ancient Chinese Calligraphy

Author: Shi Daguang
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Publish Date: 2002-08-01
Features: [Editor's Recommendation] This book has been carefully selected by experts, featuring nearly a thousand works by nearly four hundred calligraphers from the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties, auctioned by major domestic and international auction houses in recent years. Each work is accompanied by detailed information such as the author, date, content, form, material, size, auction estimate, and final auction price (including RMB, HKD, USD, GBP, NTD, etc.), as well as the auction date. This book is a large-scale art album with high academic value, artistic appreciation value, and collection value, serving as a highly practical and valuable reference tool for collecting and appreciating calligraphy. The data and images used in this book have been reviewed by many renowned experts, ensuring their scientific reliability. It has also received warm care and support from the top authority in China, Mr. Yang Renkai. The book is organized by calligraphic style. A Comprehensive Study on the Value of Ancient Chinese Calligraphy includes works by nearly 400 calligraphers from the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties. Collecting ancient calligraphy, in essence, is a beneficial activity for both physical and mental health. Through the process of collecting, people can exchange ideas and continuously improve their quality and cultural refinement. Collecting ancient calligraphy is also a highly forward-looking investment, offering the potential for substantial returns. The calligraphic works included in this book are characterized by accurate pricing, reflecting the highest market values in both domestic and international art markets over the past decade. Additionally, in light of the recent trend of high-quality ancient Chinese calligraphy returning from around the world to China, we have paid special attention to the pricing trends of ancient calligraphic works in overseas auctions and used editorial techniques to convey to domestic collectors the message that high-quality ancient Chinese calligraphy will have significant appreciation potential in the future art market. A Comprehensive Study on the Value of Ancient Chinese Calligraphy is a large-scale book with high academic value, artistic appreciation value, and collection value. For, it is also a highly practical reference tool, providing systematic and valuable information. At the same time, this book serves as an effective aid for professionals engaged in the appreciation and research of Chinese calligraphy, helping them better explore, preserve, and protect precious cultural heritage.