Akiba Antiques’ upcoming Summer tour event will feature an ornate 18th-century Turkish dagger inlaid with coral and turquoise. During the 18th century, the Ottoman Empire ruled present-day Turkey and enjoyed ...

Dubbed the “jewel of heaven,” jade holds a very coveted place in Chinese history. Jade objects are prized for their exquisiteness and are symbolically associated with purity and immortality. In ...

Akiba Antiques’ latest sale is a destination for Disneyana collectors. The June event includes over 600 lots from one of the largest Disney figurine collections in the world. The catalog presents ...

The fictional Disney dog Pluto is one of the most popular star characters in the animation world. This golden yellow adventurous dog first appeared in the 1930 cartoon movie The Chain ...

The Louis XV-style of decorative arts, adopted during the reign of Louis the Beloved, marked the advent of the European Rococo movement. Originating in Paris, the 18th century-style characterized elegance, ...

Hardstone carving in Chinese culture dates back to antiquity. Chinese artisans experimented with countless different minerals in their carvings, though nephrite jade eventually rose to become the favored material. The ...