Shanghai School Painting Market Situation Quick Lookup

Author: Wang Yifei/Guo Xiaofang (editors)
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Publish Date: 2005-06-01
Features: The prosperity and development of China's fine art market in recent years have attracted great attention. In particular, some wealthy Chinese entrepreneurs have invested substantial funds in the art market. As one of the key characteristics of commercial painting, Shanghai-style painting has become even more favored in the art market. Whether it's the Northern Song Dynasty calligraphy and painting breaking world auction records or Lu Yanshao's calligraphy and painting albums setting a new high record for Chinese art auctions, these events have captured investors' hearts and also revealed the immense potential profits and value of Chinese art. More importantly, with the economic downturn in some overseas countries, the return of Chinese artworks that have been stored abroad for many years has further enhanced the interest of domestic investors. Of course, it is encouraging that some wealthy domestic entrepreneurs either purchase Chinese artworks abroad or establish their own private art collections. These actions have greatly boosted morale, adjusted the attitude of the Chinese people towards Chinese art, and also established a sense of national confidence and cultural social responsibility. This book focuses on introducing the transaction status and market trends of Shanghai-style painting in recent years' auctions, aiming to help collectors gain a clear understanding and grasp the collection index and investment trends of Shanghai-style painting when collecting it.