Authentic Blue and White Porcelain

The shapes and proportions of Porcelain have changed in great amounts as they have evolved through dynasties. Another cause for the popularity of the Chinese Porcelain is that they have very beautiful proportions. The decorative element of porcelain also changed through dynasties. There are the reign marks of different dynasties on the porcelain and the…

Online Antique Shops

Antiques happen to add beauty to the interiors; no matter, it is placed in a home or office. There are many people, who collect antiques as a part of their hobby; while, many others want to add value to their dwelling. The purpose of the antiques is to lend a touch of elegance to the…

Chinese vase as Gift

Gifting is a pleasurable act, that gives happiness to the giver as well as the receiver. The Chinese culture considers a gift as a sign of respect to the host are a person you are visiting. They are least bothered about the monetary value of the gift and are likely to reciprocate it with a…

A guide to buying Antiques

Culturally rich, Chinese Antiques are preferred by people to add to their collection of antiques, to make quick money by buying and selling them and still others want Chinese antiques for the aesthetic value that they can add to their households. To buy Chinese Antiques means to buy authentic and genuine pieces. Careful research and…

Clay vases explained

The Ming vases enjoy International preference which can be attributed to their sophisticated design and the beautiful decorations that are simple, yet artistic. Though the art of making porcelain started as early as the 15th century, it reached the stage of perfection during the rule of the Ming Dynasty and hence the vases made during…

Chinese antique vases value

Ming Dynasty Porcelain vases and other objects are most wanted and most treasured possessions of antique lovers. They are known for their color and the decoration. They are basically white in the body and have decorations done in deep blue. But over time and between dynasties there have been changes in the color palette and…