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- 17 Nov 2024, May NaikBorn in 1682, Tang Ying was a gifted official who rose to fame as the supervisor of the imperial kilns at Jingdezhen, often referred to as the “porcelain capital” of China. During his tenure, he revol … Read more
- 10 Nov 2024, May NaikA sow with her 5 piglets (Yaobian)Length: 32cmHeight: 16cmTo view our entire catalogue, please visit www.emperorsantique.com or drop by Naik Antiques and Oriental Gifts at Uptown, Damansara Utama. … Read more
- 27 Oct 2024, May NaikThe Art of Cloisonné: A Brief History Cloisonné, derived from the French word 'cloison' meaning 'partition,' is an ancient technique for decorating metalwork objects. The process … Read more
- 20 Oct 2024, May NaikQianlong and Ceramic Production in 18th Century China The Qianlong Emperor, who reigned from 1735 to 1796, was one of the most influential rulers of China's Qing Dynasty. Known for his passion fo … Read more
- 06 Oct 2024, May NaikThe Life and Times of Emperor Chenghua Born Zhu Jianshen in 1447, the future Emperor Chenghua was the son of the Zhengtong Emperor and his favorite concubine, Lady Wan. His ascension to the throne in … Read more
- 29 Sep 2024, May NaikThe History of Bronze from the Zhou Zha Hu EraThe Zhou Zha Hu period, spanning from the Western Zhou Dynasty (1046–771 BCE) to the Eastern Zhou (770–256 BCE), was a time when the bronze casting techni … Read more
- 22 Sep 2024, May NaikThe Origins and Evolution of Tang SancaiTang Sancai, literally meaning "three colors of the Tang," refers to a type of lead-glazed pottery that flourished during the Tang Dynasty. The term … Read more
- 08 Sep 2024, May NaikThe Yongzheng Emperor reigned from 1722 to 1735, a period marked by significant political and cultural developments. His era was characterized by a focus on centralizing power and enhancing administ … Read more
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- 25 Aug 2024, May NaikBlue and White During the Qianlong EraThe Qianlong era (1736-1795) marked a golden age for Chinese porcelain, particularly in the realm of blue and white wares. Building upon the foundations laid by … Read more