Sky-high Chinese painting market

Author: Zhang Zhanxin
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Publish Date: 2004-05-01
Features: Chinese painting has a long history, with renowned masters emerging in every dynasty. The number of artworks is vast, and it is not an exaggeration to describe them as "as boundless as the sea of books." With so many paintings, why are only the works of a few valued over 1 million? Why does history show such favor and love towards them? This book delves into these mysteries from a market perspective, selecting 133 renowned masterpieces from over 500 auctions held by more than 50 domestic and international auction houses, all with over 1 million. Organized in chronological order by the artists' birth dates, each work is accompanied by concise and insightful commentary and guidance. The book discusses the artists' stylistic characteristics, their position and influence in art history, and their contributions to Chinese painting, seeking the intersection of economic value and artistic significance. It allows readers to appreciate the beauty of art while understanding its economic worth.