The imperial golden wares are the most
valuable items of the Ming and Qing royal handicrafts.(Photo:
CCTV.com)
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BEIJING,
April 1 -- Sotheby 's Hong Kong will hold the 2008 Spring Auction of Chinese
porcelain and handicrafts on April 11.
Some of the treasures to be auctioned are on display,
and the golden utensils that belonged to the Ming and Qing imperial families are
attracting most of the attention.
The imperial golden wares are the most valuable items
of the Ming and Qing royal handicrafts. This pot was made in Ming Dynasty's
Xuande Period some 500 years ago. The dragon patterns, which symbolize imperial
power, were sculpted on the body and the cover. It's also encased with pearls
and red and blue diamonds.
The imperial golden wares are the most
valuable items of the Ming and Qing royal handicrafts.(Photo:
CCTV.com)
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The
pot is estimated to be auctioned at no less than 60 million Hong Kong dollars,
or 8.5 million US dollars. It is one of only eight treasures of its kind ever
found. The other seven pieces are in museums, but this one belongs to a private
collector.
The upcoming auction is Sotheby's biggest showcase of
Ming and Qing golden wares. Over 25 items will be up for grabs to the highest
bidder, with a combined estimated value of 14 million U.S. dollars.
(Source: CCTV.com)
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