Woolley & Wallis catalogue - Fine Chinese Works of Art - 22 May 2018

Description

Extensive and richly illustrated auction catalogue from Woolley & Wallis for the auction Fine Chinese Works of Art, held on 22 May 2018 in Salisbury.

The catalogue presents an extensive selection of Chinese art from various periods and collecting areas. A diverse range of artefacts is featured alongside Chinese painting and calligraphy, making the publication a broad overview of different forms and traditions within Chinese art.

The individual lots are extensively photographed in colour and provided with English-language catalogue descriptions. Attention is also paid to material, form, decoration, dating and makers' marks, among other things. In the case of painting and calligraphy, inscriptions, signatures and seals are also described where relevant. Where available, provenance, previous collections and additional background information are mentioned.

With a thickness of approximately 1.5 cm, the catalogue contains a large amount of visual reference material. The numerous illustrations make it possible to compare materials, decorations and stylistic features, and are particularly useful when studying Chinese art, painting and calligraphy.

The catalogue also forms interesting documentation of the offering on the British market for high-quality Chinese art in 2018.

The auction Fine Chinese Works of Art took place at Woolley & Wallis in Salisbury on 22 May 2018.

Dimensions & condition
Approx. 27 × 21 × 1.5 cm.

Excellent condition. See the photos for a full impression of the condition.