Carved Chinese White Jade Teapot And White Jade Censer Expected To Exceed Auction Estimates

Online, February 17, 2011 (Newswire.com) - Carved Chinese White Jade Teapot with lid and White Jade Censer atop jade base are expected to exceed auction estimates. Chinese antiquities continue to show strong signs of global collector interest. Manor Auctions expects the older Chinese white jade and ivory pieces to perform very well when they sell on February 19th. Manor is a leading seller of Chinese and Asian antiquities; including cloisonne, art, jewelry, jade, ivory, furnishings and porcelain.

Manor Auctions February 19th Fine Art Catalog Auction is open to everyone. Bidders are able to participate live on the auction floor, via telephone, absentee or Internet. All bidding inquiries should be directed to [email protected] or 850-523-3787.

Many areas of collectibles have realized a significant dip in value as a result of the current economy, but quality collectibles continue to sell very strong as buyers look for alternative investment vehicles. Better Chinese antiques, such as ivory, jade, jewelry, furnishings, porcelains and pottery have experienced a sharp incline in demand and value over the past few years. Much of this renewed interest and value is driven by the rise of the middle-upper class in China, which did not exist just a few years back. This new wealth resulted in an entirely new group of wealthy collectors and buyers arriving on the buying scene to compete for Chinese antiques.

For centuries, through war, theft, sale and other means, many of Chinas best antiques were spread across the face of the earth. A great many of these items are still unknowingly passed down through families and tucked away in houses, barns and closets. As these better Chinese antiques, such as carved jade and ivory and centuries old porcelains and pottery are discovered and brought to market they are finding their way back to Asia and more specifically China with this new base of collectors.

Manor Auctions specializes in the acquisition, appraisal, sale and auction of Chinese antiques, such as jade, ivory, porcelain, pottery, furnishings and jewelry. Over the past 12 months Manor has held dedicated Asian Antiques Catalog Auctions and has sold thousands of Chinese items. Examples of Manor's recent sales include an Imperial Chinese Screen at $117,300 and a pair of Chinese White Jade Paperweights at $12,500. As specialists in the Chinese market, Manor is always seeking quality Chinese and Asian material for auction. With consignment representatives available world-wide, Manor is able to provide no cost appraisal consultations on single items to complete Chinese collections.

Manor will sell more than 40 lots of jade & ivory on February 19th, including:
CHINESE JADE CENSER
Light green jade censer or incense burner with pierced dome lid. Dark green jade base. Size: 6.5" wide x 8" tall including base. Condition: VGC, with a few age cracks.

CHINESE HAND CARVED GREEN / WHITE JADE TEAPOT
A very light green jade teapot carved with floral designs. Size: 6.5"

A HEAVY HAND CARVED CHINESE JADEITE SHIP
A Jadeite ship, 9" long. On a carved wood stand. Size: 9"

CHINESE HAND CARVED TIANHUANG STONE VESSEL
A carve stone vase or vessel with foliate design work. No lid. Size: 3"

CHINESE TIANHUANG STONE CARVED DRAGON SEAL
A very well carved foo dog or dragon seal. Size: 4.5" tall

In addition to Chinese antiques, Manor Auctions has divisions specializing in coins, currency, jewelry, diamonds, original art, documents, militaria, memorabilia and collectibles. Manor is always seeking to acquire quality material for upcoming auctions. Manor offers very favorable consignment terms or can also purchase collections outright. Contact Manor Auctions at 850-523-3787 or [email protected].