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1.Choose your favorite collection
The jade wares of the Neolithic from 2000 to 4000 BC were mainly axes, guards of honor and other tools. Due to the unclear use and lack of documentation of most ceremonial jade artifacts, their value is concentrated on the archaeological level. In contrast, Ming Dynasty jade artifacts (1368-1644) were often made of jade of different colors with a soft luster, while Qing Dynasty jade artifacts (1644-1911) were mostly made of transparent white jade, generally regarded as top-level jade carvings.
Pan Weiqi said, "collectors who like white jade vases in the Qing Dynasty may not like axe blades in the Neolithic, such as the exquisite jade axe blades in Robert H. Ellsworth's private collection."
In History of China, the boom in ancient cultural relics was mainly popular in two periods: the Northern Song Dynasty and the late Ming and early Qing Dynasty. This jade wall is based on Han Dynasty bronze ware, which shows people's thirst for ancient art at that time.
2 Pay attention to details
She added, "When I started researching jade carvings, I was attracted by the magnificent large jade carvings, but as my knowledge grew, I began to appreciate the subtleties of small jade carvings. Small jade carvings can showcase the extraordinary craftsmanship of craftsmen, who give infinite details and vitality to a small piece of jade
Understanding the Forms of Chinese Jade Ware
Chinese artists have a specific set of aesthetic standards for artworks made of different materials such as porcelain, pottery, jade, enamel, and lacquer. Learning the aesthetic proportions and forms of Chinese art will be of great benefit to collection.
Pan Weiqi suggests that new jade collectors start with other familiar material forms. After becoming familiar with this type of jade, one can start exploring other unfamiliar categories
4. Explore Hidden Messages
5. Evaluate the quality and structure of artworks
6 deconstruction diagrams
The white jade carved statue of a fairy in the above picture perfectly demonstrates the ingenuity of Chinese artists. Pan Weiqi pointed out, "When you look closely at the facial features, dress details, and jade usage of a portrait, you will understand the reason why Chinese jade carving craftsmen are highly respected
7 Research Topic Content
Some collectors are fond of jade carvings with auspicious meanings, while others prefer jade artifacts with famous poetry and images or carved with specific animals. For those who love the sea, they may choose jade objects with a maritime theme.
Collectors who prefer the form of ancient bronze vessels should give priority to antique style jade vessels, such as the blue brown jade jue in the picture above, which is based on the Western Zhou bronze wine vessels as the prototype.
8 Understanding the Market
The Chinese jade market in 2011 was very prosperous, with high prices for both white jade and jasper. However, current buyers tend to collect clear white jade from the 18th century, with a far greater interest than other colors of jade. This situation provides an ideal opportunity for new collectors.
Pan Weiqi said, "If you are a novice collector and know that the market is hot for white jade, you are going the opposite way, such as starting with jade or Ming Dynasty jade, because the price will be more affordable
Jade Snuff bottle is also a good entry choice. Experts explained that "Snuff bottle is often priced appropriately, but its quality and characteristics are very similar to other types of jade." In addition, Snuff bottle also has common patterns of flowers, auspicious words, peonies and butterflies.
Pan Weiqi pointed out, "If I were a new collector, I would choose to be small, exquisite, and auspicious