Cabinet Gauchet Art Asiatique
Japanese tsubas, between war and art
Tsubas are the guards on Japanese swords. These small metal plates between the blade and hilt of a katana or wakizashi embody a...
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Cabinet Gauchet Art Asiatique
Nov 264 min read
Fascinating Chinese calligraphy
Chinese calligraphy, the art of writing par excellence, occupies a pre-eminent place in the history of Asian art. Much more than a simple...
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Cabinet Gauchet Art Asiatique
Nov 194 min read
Chinese perfume burners: a journey to the heart of an age-old tradition
Perfume burners occupy a special place in the cultural and spiritual history of China. At the crossroads of craftsmanship, religion and...
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Cabinet Gauchet Art Asiatique
Nov 113 min read
How to appraise an Asian art object: advice from Gauchet Art Asiatique
In the art world, Asian objects fascinate with their rich history, profound symbolism and quality of workmanship. Whether you are a...
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Cabinet Gauchet Art Asiatique
Nov 43 min read
Netsukes, miniature Japanese treasures
Netsukes, small Japanese sculptures with fascinating details, are much more than mere trinkets. Witnesses to an era, they embody the...
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Cabinet Gauchet Art Asiatique
Oct 304 min read
Hongmu wood in Chinese furniture
In the world of Chinese furniture, one material dominates for its timeless elegance and aura of prestige: hongmu wood, also known as ‘red...
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Cabinet Gauchet Art Asiatique
Oct 223 min read
Buddhist sculptures in China
Buddhist sculpture in China, at the crossroads of religion, art and politics, is one of the country's greatest artistic legacies. Since...
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Cabinet Gauchet Art Asiatique
Oct 173 min read
Maki-e : The ancient art of gilded Japanese lacquerware
Maki-e, literally translated as ‘sprinkled drawing’, is a traditional Japanese art form that dates back over a thousand years. Prized...
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Cabinet Gauchet Art Asiatique
Oct 84 min read
Vu Cao Dam (1908-2000): A bridge between East and West
Vu Cao Dam (1908-2000) is a name that resonates at the crossroads between Vietnam, his native land, and France, his adopted home. A...
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Cabinet Gauchet Art Asiatique
Oct 24 min read
Jade in Asian art
Jade, a precious stone revered for thousands of years in Asia, embodies a profound symbol of spirituality, power and beauty. Used in many...
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Sep 252 min read
The splendour and beauty of Chinese goldsmithing
Chinese goldsmithing, an ancestral art deeply rooted in the country's culture and history, has survived the centuries by demonstrating...
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Sep 23 min read
A thousand years of Japanese ceramics
Japanese ceramics, or yakimono, are one of Japan's oldest and most revered artistic expressions. Born over 15,000 years ago, it has...
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Cabinet Gauchet Art Asiatique
Jul 113 min read
Celadon ceramics in Asia
Celadon ceramics, with their subtle shades of jade green and translucent finishes, embody an age-old tradition that spans East and...
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Jul 43 min read
Sanyu: A Chinese-French virtuoso of colour and movement
Sanyu, born Chang Yu in 1895 and died in 1966, is one of the leading artists of the École de Paris. With his unique style, this...
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Cabinet Gauchet Art Asiatique
Jun 283 min read
Guide to identifying imperial marks on Chinese porcelain
In the fascinating world of Chinese porcelain, the markings on these precious objects are a treasure in their own right. Veritable...
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Jun 182 min read
Inros: the history and secrets of small Japanese boxes
Japanese art is full of wonders, and inros are an integral part of this. These small, portable boxes, usually made of lacquer, have...
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Jun 112 min read
Pham Hau: a Vietnamese master of lacquerware
In the pantheon of twentieth-century Vietnamese artists, the name of Pham Hau occupies a singular place. This outstanding master...
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Cabinet Gauchet Art Asiatique
Jun 53 min read
The mysterious Tibetan bronzes
Tibet, known as the ‘roof of the world’, is a high plateau in Central Asia, renowned for its rich culture and profound spiritual...
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May 292 min read
Small bottles, great treasures : Chinese snuffboxes
The history of Chinese snuffboxes is closely linked to that of the great dynasties that have shaped the country. Although their official...
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May 232 min read
Travel through Asia with Printemps Asiatique
Gauchet Art Asiatique is delighted to welcome you, enlightened amateurs, passionate collectors and professionals alike, to the Asian...
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