Poly Auction Hong Kong Proudly Presents Spring Auctions 2023

Zhang Daqian_Lotus Pond

Setting sail again to continue its 10th Anniversary success, Poly Auction Hong Kong is pleased to announce the Spring Auctions will take place at Grand Hyatt Hong Kong from 1 to 6 April. Led by A Blue and White ‘Ladies’ Bowl, Chenghua Period, 1465-1487, the Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art Department meticulously selected a collection of treasures with impeccable provenance for the auction. To carry forward the profoundness of Chinese art, the Fine Chinese Paintings and Calligraphy Department proudly showcases Wu Guanzhong’s Tall Trees in Snowy Mountains and assemble a selection of excellent works from all over the world. The auction highlights include – Modern and Contemporary Art, agnificent Jewels and Important Watches, Noble Handbags and Hype Collectibles, and Rare Wine, Whisky and Chinese Tea, which will be unveiled shortly. In addition, the Taipei Preview at Breeze Exhibition Centre will be held between 18 and 19 March, exhibiting an array of rare and exquisite treasures.

Wu Guanzhong_Tall Trees in Snowy Mountains

The Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art Department assembles 200 delicate lots, presenting a significant
auction. The highlight lots – A Very Rare Blue and White ‘Floral’ Hexagonal Vase, Hu, Mark and Period of
Yongzheng and A Blue and White ‘Ladies’ Bowl, Chenghua Period, 1465-1487 – are gaining the attention of the perspicacious collectors and will be offered exclusively. The sale highlights a collection of Ming and Qing porcelains from an important Hong Kong collector. In addition, Chinese antiques such as Ming and Qing jades,archaic porcelains and bronzes, and the art of scholars are treasures of antiquity not to be missed.

A YELLOW-GROUND BLUE AND WHITE ‘PEACHES’ DISH, MARK AND PERIOD OF QIANLONG


The Fine Chinese Paintings and Calligraphy Department is pleased to present an array of calligraphy and
painting works of collectors from Hong Kong, Taiwan, North America, South-East Asia and Australia. Highlighted by Wu Guanzhong’s Tall Trees in Snowy Mountains, the auction will continue to offer the collection of Wu Guanzhong’s works from Mr Wang Liangfu, an important collector in Hong Kong. In the modern section, works that reflect diverse themes across Zhang Daqian’s long career will be featured. Fu Baoshi’s masterpiece Boating by the Red Cliff from Mr Gu Yuxiu’s family collection and Xu Beihong’s epic work of anti-Japanese national salvation Lion will also be presented at the auction. In addition, Vimalakirti Sutra from Tang Dynasty will lead the classic section. The themed series “Between the Square Inch – Exquisite Into the Fan Topic” is also worth collectors’ attention, featuring fan painting art by famous artists – including Zhang Daqian, Wu Hufan, Pu Ru, Tian Shiguang and many more, showcasing their splendid talent in the works.

Xu Beihong_Lion