Identification of Jadeite: A Series on the Authentication of Chinese Antique Artworks

Author: Wan Jun
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Publish Date: 2004-10-01
Features: The Chinese nation is one of the most passionate about collecting in the world, with renowned collectors throughout history. Since the reform and opening-up, a nationwide "collecting fever" has swept across China. However, collecting is an art, and even seasoned collectors can sometimes fall victim to scams. Nowadays, not only are forgeries of calligraphy, paintings, and antiques rampant in the market, but even auctions are occasionally plagued by fake items, which is indeed a headache for collectors.
Given this, we have compiled and published this "Baofojiao Series," divided into two series: "Identification of Chinese Calligraphy and Painting" and "Identification of Chinese Antiques." This series emphasizes "practicality" and "operationality," aiming to provide tangible help to avid collectors. All the authors are not only research experts but also "collectors" and "enthusiasts," with practical experience in their respective fields. They have all "found hidden gems" in their areas of expertise, and some of the works featured in the books are even their personal collections.
Mr. Wu Shaohua, the author of Identification of Ming and Qing Furniture, is the president of the Shanghai Collecting Appreciation Association and a renowned antique appraiser in China. This book provides a comprehensive analysis of Ming and Qing furniture from historical, craft, regional school, form, and material perspectives, serving as an invaluable "roadmap" for enthusiasts of Ming and Qing furniture.
In the past, teachers often criticized those who neglected classes but crammed for exams as "making last-minute prayers to Buddha." So, is "making last-minute prayers to Buddha" effective? It probably is, because most people have indeed passed exams this way. In collecting, the same principle may apply—but the key is to pray to the right "Buddha," not to other feet. Our books are the "Baofojiao Series," and we are praying to the right "Buddha." "Don’t burn incense，...《》，." Please believe this is true. If you are passionate about collecting, why not buy a set of our books and give it a try?