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HONG KONG.-  In 2026, Christie's marks its 40th Anniversary in Asia, a milestone that reflects four decades of leadership, innovation, and long‑standing commitment to the region. To commemorate this occasion, Christie's Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art Department meticulously curates a special themed sale, 'Pearls of the Orient – Treasures from Hong Kong Private Collectors', taking place on 30 April during Hong Kong Asian Art Week, featuring extraordinary treasures from several of Hong Kong's most distinguished collections.

Led by the esteemed Dawentang Collection and alongside the exceptional Muwen Tang, Heng Ya Tang and Songde Tang Collections, among others, the sale pays tribute to Hong Kong's visionary collectors whose dedication over the decades has played an essential role in shaping the development of the Chinese art market and Christie's success in the region. Their passion and connoisseurship have elevated global appreciation of Chinese art and set enduring standards for generations to come. With a combined low estimate of close to HK$60 million, the sale underscores the depth, rarity, and significance of the objects presented. This commemorative sale also reflects Christie's continued develop.”

Chi Fan Tsang, Deputy Chairman, International Director, Chinese Ceramics and Works of Art, Christie's Asia Pacific, added, “For generations, Hong Kong collectors have set the benchmark for excellence, deepening the understanding and legacy of Chinese art. Their curiosity, scholarship and willingness to engage in rigorous dialogue have defined the culture of connoisseurship in this city. From the pioneering collectors of earlier decades to the visionaries behind the Dawentang, Muwen Tang, Heng Ya Tang and Songde Tang Collections, their contributions continue to advance the field. As Christie's enters another chapter in Asia, their contributions remain central to the standards we strive to uphold.”

Sale Highlights – The Dawentang Collection

A leading highlight of the sale, the Dawentang Collection was assembled over many decades by a distinguished connoisseur and former two‑term Chairman of the renowned Min Chiu Society. Through meticulous discernment and scholarly dedication, the Master of Dawentang has formed an exceptional collection of imperial Chinese ceramics distinguished by their quality, provenance, and historical significance. The remarkable works presented from the Dawentang Collection exemplify the Master's enduring commitment to objects of beauty, cultural importance, and lasting significance.

A magnificent imperial copper-red-decorated and blue and white 'Nine Dragons' meiping, Qianlong period (1735-1796); 34.5 cm high. Estimate HKD 6.000.000-10.000.000 © Christie's Images Ltd. 2026

A fine and exceptionally rare Ge-type glazed double gourd vase, Yongzheng six-character seal mark in underglazz blue and of the period (1723-1735), 24.4 cm high. Estimate HKD 4,000,000-6,000,000 © Christie's Images Ltd. 2026

A fine and veryrare copper-red glazed and green-enamelled Langyao 'Chi' dragon bottle vase, Kangxi period (1662-1722), 18.4 cm high. Estimate HKD 1,500,000-2,500,000 © Christie's Images Ltd. 2026

The Songde Tang Collection. A magnificent and rare gilt-copper automatic striking 'Pavilion' musical clock, Qianlong period (1736-1795), 74.5 cm high. Estimate HKD 1,800,000-2,200,000 © Christie's Images Ltd. 2026

Collection of the Heng Ya Tang - Hall of the Harmonious Grace. A very rare ruby-ground yancai and gilt-decorated 'Eight Trigrams' cong-form vase, Qianlong six-character seal mark in underglazz blue and of the period (1736-1795), 20 cm high. Estimate HKD 2,000,000-4,000,000 © Christie's Images Ltd. 2026

The Muwen Tang Collection. A carved Dengfeng white-glazed sgraffito meiping, Northern Song-Jin dynasty (960-1234), 33.5 cm high. Estimate HKD 600,000-800,000 © Christie's Images Ltd. 2026

The property of a lady. A very rare opaque jade 'mask' cong, Liangzhu culture, circa 3300-2300 BCE, 4.5 cm high. Estimate HKD 1,000,000-2,000,000  © Christie's Images Ltd. 2026

Property of an important Hong Kong collector. A very rare gilt-decorated yellow-enamelled 'Lotus' stem bowl, JiaJing six-character seal mark in underglazz blue within a double circle and of the period (1522-1566), 15 cm diam. Estimate HKD 400,000-800,000 © Christie's Images Ltd. 2026