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 ...

Celadon wares have long been highly favored in the royal echelons of China, mainly for their regal color. With its pale hue and partially transparent glaze, Chinese celadon jade pottery ...

Peter Vanderlaan and his wife Mary Beth Bliss share an exceptional partnership as they explore innovative optical designs in glass. Their glass sculpture series is a result of Bliss’ creative ...

With a history that dates back to the Western Han dynasty (c. 200 BCE), Chinese jade censers have long served multiple purposes. These intricate vessels hold incense in place while evoking ...

Two notable Russian cigarette cases lead Akiba Antiques’ Mid March Estate Finds sale. The cigarette, as it is known today, first emerged as a global phenomenon in the mid-19th ...

Akiba Antiques’ March Madness auction will open with a selection of over 600 decorative art, fine art, and collectible items. Among the top lots is a three-piece sterling silver garniture set ...