Spring breezes bring good tidings, and the grand feast is on schedule.China Guardian Hong Kong Spring Auction 2026Will beApril 3-8 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition CentreGrand Opening, This Spring Auction GathersFive major sectorsMore than a thousand art treasures, coveringChinese calligraphy and painting, porcelain and handicrafts, 20th century and contemporary Asian art, jewelry, watches and fine jewelry, and lifestyle products.In addition, a "Blooming" fashion handbag exhibition and sale will be presented at the same event. Gathering the essence of the past and present, and the beauty of the East and West, it awaits collectors from all over the world to appreciate it, feel the power of art, and reshape the landscape of collecting.

Before the official start of the spring auctions, three exhibitions of fine art will open successively in Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong in March.Fine porcelain crafts exhibition"First landing in Beijing and Shanghai, with..."District Centenarian CollectionLed by [the organizers], this event invites porcelain enthusiasts to delve into the halls of top-tier art collections;Exhibition of Masterpieces of 20th Century and Contemporary Asian ArtThe collection will be featured at the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong during Art Basel, with a special section titled "The Sound of Power," focusing on representative works by 16 Asian contemporary masters and exploring new directions for collecting amidst the torrent of art.

China Guardian Hong Kong Spring Auction 2026

Beijing Fine Products Exhibition

3/8-9

Fine porcelain crafts exhibition

No. 1 Wangfujing Street, Dongcheng District, Beijing

Guardian Art Center, 1st Floor, Hall C

Shanghai Fine Products Exhibition

3/14-15

Fine porcelain crafts exhibition

No. 250 Huashan Road, Jing'an District, Shanghai

Suiyuan Hall, 2nd Floor, Jing'an Kunlun Hotel

Hong Kong Excellence Fair

3/25-27

Exhibition of Masterpieces of 20th Century and Contemporary Asian Art

The Grand Hyatt Hong Kong's Loft "Painting Hall"

1 Harbour Road, Hong Kong

Hong Kong Preview and Auction

4/3-8

Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hall 5FG

1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai

Highly anticipated previews

Chinese calligraphy and painting

This spring auction features over 300 works in the Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Department, encompassing several well-documented and richly detailed private collections.

The section on modern and contemporary Chinese paintings and calligraphy brings together collections from several important figures in the arts and culture world. For example, the Wang Jiqian family collection includes works by Wu Guanzhong from a private collection in Singapore, showcasing the master's artistic journey of integrating Chinese and Western styles. Li Xiawen's collection also includes a set of Huang Binhong's flower and calligraphy fan paintings. Huang Binhong is renowned for his landscapes, but his flower paintings possess a unique charm, rendered with the boneless technique to depict abundant blossoms, creating a serene and elegant effect, brimming with literary spirit. Furthermore, the collection of Wu Zengshan, a prominent scholar of the Republic of China era, features Xu Beihong's "Leap Forward," a powerful and vigorous work. The collection of Pan Xiangsheng, a Shanghai Confucian businessman, includes Ren Bonian's "Sending Charcoal in the Snow," featuring inscriptions from various figures, witnessing the flourishing of artistic exchanges in Shanghai at that time.

The ancient calligraphy and painting section is led by Wen Zhengming's "Traveling to Tianping Mountain and Composing Poems in Response" scroll. Created in 1552 (the 31st year of the Jiajing reign), when Wen Zhengming was 83 years old, this scroll recounts his travels in Suzhou with renowned scholars from the Wu region, including Peng Nian, Lu Shidao, and Wang Guxiang. It is an important document documenting the elegant gatherings of Wu literati. Several other exquisite Ming and Qing dynasty calligraphy works will also be presented, such as Wang Duo's "Cursive Script Copy of Wang Xizhi" and Dong Qichang's copy of the "Grand Tutor's Admonition" scroll.

This season's special Buddhist theme, "A Lotus Blossoms in a Single Thought," brings together multiple scrolls of Tang Dynasty Buddhist scriptures. These important carriers of medieval Buddhist culture, with their solemn brushstrokes, are all inscribed and authenticated by the renowned Dunhuang scholar, Mr. Fang Guangchang, and possess immense historical and religious cultural value.

Xu Beihong

Leap Forward

Painted in 1944

Hanging scroll, ink and color on paper

104x61cm

Note: Wu Zengshan inscribed this painting, which depicts two horses galloping side by side in a spirited and vigorous manner. Therefore, he gifted it to his descendants as a family heirloom.

Qi Baishi

Betel leaf worker insect

Hanging scroll, ink and color on paper

134x50cm

publishing:

1. *Duoyun Collection of Treasures*, pp. 189-189, Shanghai Calligraphy and Painting Publishing House, 2007 edition.

2. Plate 52, *Holding Jade in Hand: A Collection of Qi Baishi's Masterpieces*, China Guardian Auction Co., Ltd., 2015 edition.

Ren Yi

Timely help

Written in the year Yiwei (1895)

Ink and color on paper, framed.

133.5x52.5cm

Note: The inscriptions by prominent Shanghai artists and writers such as Yang Xian, Wu Changshuo, Zhang Jian, Wang Yiting, and Gao Yong are all addressed to "Brother Xiangsheng," referring to Pan Xiangsheng. Pan Yong (1868-1942), courtesy name Xiangsheng, also known as Xiangsheng or Qijun, styled himself Xianglu, with studio names Yiyi Studio and Jiangxue Studio. He was a Confucian businessman and modern composer in Shanghai. A native of Huzhou, Zhejiang, he was fond of calligraphy, painting, and epigraphy, possessing a vast collection. He was a friend of Ren Bonian, Wang Yiting, and Wu Changshuo. Ren Bonian, residing in Shanghai, had a close relationship with Pan Xiangsheng, a story that is considered a celebrated tale in Shanghai's art world. This work was directly acquired from Pan's descendants.

Wen Zhengming

A Scroll of Poems Composed at Tianping Mountain

Painted in 1552

Handscroll, ink and color on paper, ink on paper

Painting: 24.5 x 97.5 cm; Inscription: 24.5 x 423 cm

illustrate:

1. In this scroll, Wen Zhengming painted "A Visit to Tianping Mountain" and Peng Nian wrote "A Record of a Visit to Tianchi". The postscript section is composed by Wen Zhengming, Wang Ting, Yang Yizhi, Wang Guxiang, Fang Biao, Peng Nian, Lu Shidao, Lu Andao, Fu Maoseng and others, each composing a poem in the rhyme scheme of nine characters: "gate, open, red, forest, between, spring, green, cluster, pond".

2. Inscription by Shao Tingjian (Qianlong Emperor of the Qing Dynasty) and title slip by Zhu Zumou (1857-1931).

Wang Duo

Cursive script copy of Wang Xizhi

Written in the year Xinwei (1631)

Hanging scroll, ink on silk

249x55cm

source:Important Private Collection

publishing:Wang Duo, Qianshen Calligraphy Association, page 22, 2014 edition.

Porcelain and handicrafts

Upholding the principles of meticulousness and pursuit of excellence, the Porcelain and Works of Art Department continues to select exquisite pieces for collectors. In the 2026 Spring Auction, we are fortunate to receive the continued strong support of our valued collectors and will proudly present five special sessions: "The Collection of Qu Bailing," "The Divine Imperial Treasures – Muwentang Collection of Ancient Jade II," "The Return of the Ancestral Vessels – A Collection of Overseas Relics," "Reflecting Water and Hidden Mountains – Court Art and Antique Aesthetics," and "Viewing Antiquity – Porcelain, Treasures, and Works of Art," bringing together over 700 exquisite pieces of porcelain, jade, and other cultural artifacts for our discerning collectors. This spring auction will showcase the vision, sentiments, culture, interests, insights, and experiences of collectors of Chinese porcelain and works of art from around the world, offering a unique perspective. We hope our collectors will pay close attention.

Mr. Au Pak-ling

Yuan Dynasty Blue and White Porcelain Plum Vase with Peony and Auspicious Bird Design

Height 42.5cm

source:

Sotheby's Hong Kong, April 5, 2004, Lot 285

District Centenarian Collection

Jade Beast Head Ring

Height 10.4cm

source:

A piece from the collection of Muk Man Tong in Hong Kong, purchased before 1994.

publishing:

"Ancient Chinese Jade from the Guan Collection", by Yang Boda, Art Museum, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, 1994, No. 16

Chinese Artifacts in the Asian Civilisations Museum, Singapore, 1997, No. 13

exhibition:

Art Museum, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, *Chinese Jade from the Kwan Collection*, July 16 – October 9, 1994

Asian Civilisations Museum, Singapore, *Collection of Chinese Cultural Relics*, 1997

Hong Kong Museum of Art, "Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, Earth: Masterpieces from the Hong Kong Collection", 22 August 2002 – 22 April 2012 (No images shown)

Asian 20th Century and Contemporary Art

This spring auction, China Guardian Hong Kong's Department of Asian 20th Century and Contemporary Art presents the "Sounds of Motion" section, focusing on representative works by 16 masters of Asian modern and contemporary art, from Wu Dayu, Lin Fengmian, Ding Yanyong, Zao Wou-Ki, Xie Jinglan, Yayoi Kusama, Kazuo Shiraga, and Gu Nawen, to Ding Yi, Chen Ke, and Huang Yuxing. The exhibition showcases their exceptional use of line, color, and movement, and their artistic achievements.

The mountains stand tall and majestic, while the Yellow River flows down from the heavens.

Zhao Wuji's Penglai Realm, where he coexists with heaven and earth

Leading the series is Zao Wou-Ki's important representative work from the 1990s, a work that represents the pinnacle of his skill. "09.04.92-07.06.93" was created when he was already renowned throughout the world, frequently invited to hold major exhibitions in Europe and Asia. The work reflects the artist's expansive and contented state of mind at that time, and has also been exhibited in major retrospective exhibitions at the Château de Chenonceau in France, the National Art Museum of China in Beijing, the Hong Kong Museum of Art, and the Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts, demonstrating its iconic and representative nature.

Since 1958, Zao Wou-Ki has abandoned concrete imagery in favor of abstract expression. However, in the lower left of this work, we rarely see his detailed depiction of natural mountain shapes. The solid, triangular peaks stand tall and proud, the orange-red hues reminiscent of autumn maple leaves painting the forests ablaze with color, infusing the canvas with a vibrant, burgeoning life force! To the right, a large brushstroke of aquamarine extends downwards in a parabolic arc from the center right, like the Yellow River flowing from the heavens, instantly creating leaping, fluttering waves that converge below to form a deep blue lake. The contrasting elements on the left and right sides—one fiery red, one azure blue; one still as a mountain, the other surging ceaselessly—reveal the Lao-Zhuang philosophy of Yin and Yang. Zao Wou-Ki once said: "Every building in my childhood home had a yard, and even if it was small, it always had a fish pond and a clear spring, just like the house I lived in in Paris. I loved having the sound of flowing water to my ears."The azure blue in this painting, like a clear spring, is an element he cherished throughout his life. The majestic, orange-red mountains are reminiscent of countless times I've climbed high and gazed into the distance, peeking out from the clouds; or perhaps of the distant mountains in paintings I saw during childhood family ancestral rites, when my father would bring out his treasured works by Mi Fu and Zhao Mengfu for us to admire. Furthermore, the painting is filled with a divine golden radiance, seemingly traversing over thirty years from the background, rushing towards us and leading us into this fairyland, akin to Penglai. The work vividly demonstrates the painter's transcendent state of mind at that time, a state of oneness with heaven and earth, and with all things—truly a masterpiece!"

Zao Wou-Ki, April 9, 2009 - June 7, 2007, 2008

Oil paint on canvas

114 × 146 cm

Works created between 1992 and 1993

Estimated price: HK$9 million to HK$15 million

publishing

1993-1994, Zao Wou-Ki – Recent Works, Gallery Saponen, Nice, Plate 15

Zao Wou-Ki, 1994, *Works from 1935 to 1993*, Id and Garand, Neuchâtel, p. 182.

1995, Zao Wou-Ki Retrospective Exhibition, National Convention Center, Zaragoza, p. 37, plate 25

1995, Zao Wou-Ki Retrospective Exhibition, Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts, Kaohsiung, pp. 231-232

1996, *The Imagery of Wuji: A Retrospective of Zao Wou-Ki*, Hong Kong Museum of Art, Hong Kong, pp. 190-191, Plate 74

1998, Retrospective Exhibition of Zao Wou-Ki's Paintings, Angers Municipal Museum of Fine Arts, Angers, p. 60, Plate 28

1998, Zao Wou-Ki, A Retrospective of Sixty Years of Painting, Shanghai Joint Publishing Co., Shanghai, pp. 238-239, Plate 88

1998, Zao Wou-Ki, Southern Exploration Press, Paris, page 7

2007, Zao Wou-Ki: A Collection of Works, Articles and Interviews, Azan Publishing House, Paris, p. 131

2025, *Zao Wou-Ki: A Chronological Collection of His Works – Volume 3 1975-2008*, Flammarion Publishing House & Zao Wou-Ki Foundation, Paris, pp. 217 and 390.

exhibition

December 11, 1993 – January 31, 1994, Zao Wou-Ki – Recent Works Exhibition, Gallery Saponen, Nice

March 14 – April 12, 1995, Zao Wou-Ki Retrospective Exhibition, National Convention Center, Zaragoza.

January 5 – April 21, 1996, Zao Wou-Ki Retrospective Exhibition, Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts, Kaohsiung.

May 3 – July 28, 1996, “The Imagery of Wuji: A Retrospective Exhibition of Zao Wou-Ki”, Hong Kong Museum of Art, Hong Kong

June 25 – September 20, 1998, "Zao Wou-Ki Retrospective Exhibition", Angers Municipal Museum of Fine Arts, Angers

November 4, 1998 – January 29, 1999, "Zao Wou-Ki's Sixty Years of Painting Retrospective Exhibition," Shanghai Museum, Shanghai.

February 11 to March 11, 1999, "Zao Wou-Ki's Sixty Years of Painting Retrospective Exhibition", National Art Museum of China, Beijing.

April 21 – June 20, 1999, "Zao Wou-Ki's Sixty Years of Painting Retrospective Exhibition", Guangdong Museum of Art, Guangzhou.

June 15 – November 3, 2002, Zao Wou-Ki: Dreams of Nature, Schononsault Castle, Schononsault

J. Bastien Art Gallery booth at the Shanghai Art Fair International Contemporary Art Exhibition, September 9-12, 2010, Shanghai Exhibition Center, Shanghai.

source

European private collectors purchased directly from the artist.

The original collector's family inherited it from the above sources.

Important European Private Collections

One man can hold the pass against ten thousand; with his strength and speed, he can sink and soar across the sea and sky.

Echoes of Heaven, a masterpiece of Wu Dayu's musical composition

"Rhythm (Untitled 62)" is a rare oil painting by Wu Dayu, a "master among masters" of the 20th century. This work has been exhibited at major solo exhibitions of Wu Dayu at the Taipei History Museum and the Shanghai Art Museum. On the occasion of the artist's 95th birthday, it was selected by the Shanghai Art Museum as a "commemorative first-day cover" representing Wu Dayu's lifelong aesthetic achievements, which shows its significance.

In this work, Wu Dayu abandons complex color palettes, boldly constructing the entire world with refined Prussian blue, ochre yellow, and deep black. In the lower right corner, a robust human figure is presented with a steady yet explosive power. Its posture evokes the poised tension of the ancient Greek sculpture "Discobolus," or the creation of the world by Pangu, guiding the flow of light and color with a single-handed will, showcasing a powerful "movement of momentum." In the upper left, a musical instrument "fusion of East and West" emerges, possessing both the cross-shaped headstock of the Eastern pipa and the curves of the Western cello, forming a "resonant entity." In this work, we seem to "see" sound: the steady, lingering color blocks are the resonance of bass notes, the cascading brushstrokes are the soaring strumming of strings, and the intense collision of forms is a magnificent symphony! It vividly demonstrates his lifelong pursuit of "…".The musicality of paintingBetween the two, bright yellow hues, like lightning streaking across the night sky, leap out with lively dots and lines. The bird swooping downwards in the center further expresses the artist's genuine yearning for freedom. Looking at his entire body of oil paintings, this work is the only one that clearly and concretely depicts musical instruments and human figures, making it exceptionally rare and remarkable.

Wu Dayu, "Rhyme Score (Untitled 62)"

Oil paint on canvas

53 × 38 cm

Worked around 1980

Estimated price: HK$8 million to HK$13 million

publishing

1996, Wu Dayu 1903-1988—Master of the New School of Chinese Painting, published by Great Future Gallery, Taipei, pp. 146-147.

First-day cover commemorating the 95th anniversary of Wu Dayu's birth, 1997, Shanghai Art Museum, Shanghai.

2001, "Wu Dayu Painting Exhibition: A Pioneer Master of Chinese Oil Painting", National Museum of History, Taipei, p. 50

2003, Wu Dayu of the Shanghai Oil Painting and Sculpture Academy, Shanghai Education Press, Shanghai, p. 89.

2006, Wu Dayu, Great Future Gallery Art Co., Ltd., Taipei, page 76

2013, *Wu Dayu—A Collection of Works by Representative Painters of the Shanghai School over the Past Century*, Shanghai Calligraphy and Painting Publishing House, Shanghai, page 130.

2015, *Collection of Works by Wu Dayu*, People's Fine Arts Publishing House, Beijing, page 109.

2020, *Soaring Feathers Across the Sky: A Collection of Works by Wu Dayu*, Commercial Press, Beijing, page 141.

exhibition

January 13 – February 6, 1996, “Wu Dayu and His Students Exhibition”, Great Future Gallery, Taipei

March 9 – April 8, 2001, “Wu Dayu Painting Exhibition”, National Museum of History, Taipei

From November 21 to December 10, 2003, the "Wu Dayu Oil Painting Retrospective Exhibition and Commemoration of the 100th Anniversary of Wu Dayu's Birth" was held at the Shanghai Art Museum in Shanghai.

March 20 – May 8, 2021, “Wu Dayu: A Pioneer of Chinese Abstract Art” Solo Exhibition, Geng Gallery, Taipei

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Taipei Grand Future Gallery

Important private collectors in Asia have purchased directly from the aforementioned sources.

In the contemporary section, there are also works by Yoshitomo Nara, including "Untitled," a young boy who embodies a rebellious and bold personality and a rock spirit that does not easily compromise with the world; Chen Ke's important turning point in his creative career, facing the innocence and beauty of childhood and the pain of growing up, exploring the issues of dreams and reality, and a bright and colorful artistic monument, which are all wonderfully presented.

Yoshitomo Nara, Untitled

Colored pencils on paper

22.4 × 15.2 cm

Created in 2008

Estimated price: HK$1.1 million to HK$1.6 million

publishing

2011, *The Complete Works of Yoshitomo Nara 1984-2010 (Volume II: Works on Paper)*, Tokyo, Tokyo, pp. 286 and 399.

source

Blum & Poe Gallery, Los Angeles

On November 6, 2021, at the Tokyo New Auction "New001" auction, lot number 53.

Important private collectors in Asia have purchased directly from the aforementioned auctions.

Chen Ke's "Two Sides of a Coin"

Multimedia Canvas

145 × 190 cm

Created in 2008

Estimated price: HK$1.2 million to HK$1.8 million

publishing

2021, Contemporary Art News: Chen Ke Special Issue, Huayi Cultural Enterprise Co., Ltd., Taipei, page 66.

exhibition

December 11, 2009 – February 7, 2010, "China: A Contemporary Renaissance", Palazzo Royal, Milan, Milan

source

On December 4, 2020, Beijing Yongle held its first global art auction of 2020, lot number 92.

July 3, 2023, Beijing Poly Spring Auction, Lot No. 1711

Important Asian Private Collections

Jewelry, Watches and Luxury Goods

The Jewelry, Watches and Luxury Department will present this spring"Magnificent Jewelry and Fashion Handbags" Auction.More than 200 itemsA magnificent collection of jewelry was showcased, ranging from heirloom colored gemstones, diamonds, and jade treasures to understated luxury pieces suitable for everyday wear, blooming like spring flowers, radiating dazzling brilliance. The highly anticipated...Fashion Handbag Exhibition and SaleReturning with accolades, the collection continues its illustrious run at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre – featuring over 30 exquisite handbags, including rare Hermès leathers, limited editions, and bespoke pieces coveted by seasoned collectors, as well as handbag treasures from major designer brands, showcasing the pinnacle of craftsmanship.

We are proud to present this vibrant spring art extravaganza, a dialogue between jewelry and handbags. We cordially invite you to join us and immerse yourself in an aesthetic realm where ultimate luxury and refined taste intertwine, witnessing the brilliance of each exquisite piece.

4.60-carat unheated Burmese Mogok ruby ​​and diamond ring

Myanmar has long been considered a legendary source of top-quality rubies. Its rubies, with their naturally rich color and exceptional rarity, have always been coveted by collectors worldwide. That deep, captivating red originates from millions of years of refinement deep underground—the subtle role of chromium in the gem formation process endows it with an irreplaceable brilliance. Untreated rubies not only retain the purest natural imprints but also symbolize the gem's superior pedigree and extraordinary value, making them timeless treasures created by the combined wonders of nature and the discerning eye of craftsmen.

Van Cleef & Arpels: Limited Edition Mother-of-Pearl and Diamond "Poetic Polar Landscape Penguin" Ladies' Watch

This Van Cleef & Arpels timepiece, crafted with exquisite workmanship and set with dazzling diamonds, evokes the polar landscape. Penguins stand gracefully on a dial interwoven with enamel and mother-of-pearl, as if capturing a moment of tranquility amidst the icy world, encapsulating the vibrant poetry of nature within a small frame. This extraordinary and intriguing piece is a testament to the Maison's ultimate expression of craftsmanship and imagination.

These exquisitely crafted and rare pieces are just a glimpse of the splendor of this spring's auction extravaganza. The Jewelry, Watches and Luxury Department will present more rare masterpieces from top brands, ranging from collectible jewelry to everyday luxury items, each with its own unique story, waiting to be appreciated by discerning individuals.

Hermès: Limited Edition Anemone Purple Swift Leather Ghillies Birkin Bag, 30cm, with Palladium Hardware

The Hermès Ghillies handbag is one of the brand's very few limited-edition creations inspired by footwear, cleverly incorporating the decorative perforation technique of traditional Scottish men's shoes into the design of high-end leather goods. First unveiled between 2011 and 2012, this collection, designed by Jewelry Artistic Director Pierre Hardy, transforms the practical details originally used for breathability in outdoor footwear into exquisite perforated decorations along the edges of the bags—each perforation is precisely handcrafted by artisans, paired with contrasting stitching, seemingly infusing the classic Birkin or Kelly with a lively sense of breath.

Since its inception, Ghillies has always been released in limited seasonal quantities, never becoming a regular product line. Production was primarily concentrated between 2011 and 2016, with only a few dozen pieces of each color and material combination ever made. After production ceased, they became even rarer. The crocodile leather version is particularly exceptional—estimated to be only 20 to 50 pieces of each colorway worldwide, making it a dream item that collectors consider "unattainable."

This exhibition and sale will feature extremely rare crocodile leather versions and a variety of exquisitely colored Ghillies handbags. Collectors are cordially invited to witness this legendary craftsmanship, which is even more precious now that production has ceased.

Lifestyle

This spring auction, the "Enjoy Lifestyle – Refined Living" special session presents a fresh chapter, bringing together rare wines, timeless teas, and Cuban treasures to offer collectors from home and abroad a grand gathering that blends sensory experience with cultural significance. Among the fine wines, aged Moutai recounts its legendary origins; aged Pu'er tea and fine teas await discerning connoisseurs, exuding tranquility and elegance; and over a hundred sets of Cuban gems bring the fiery spirit of the Caribbean, their rich aromas showcasing exotic treasures.

The essence of "refined living" lies in savoring the beauty of fine wines and teas, appreciating the rich aromas that linger on the lips and fingers; those small, fulfilling moments hidden in every breath and sip constitute the most precious days and nights of life. We cordially invite you to join us for this springtime rendezvous, to savor the rich flavors of time, and to appreciate the beauty of life's moments together.

2014 Guizhou Maotai Special Aged Wine by Jackie Chan

6 bottles/500ml

53% ABV (Soy Sauce Flavor)

In 2011, to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Maotai's state ownership, Jackie Chan and Maotai Distillery collaborated to create the "Jackie Chan Special Aged Collector's Edition" liquor. It was officially launched in 2012 and production ceased in 2014.

The outer box of this liquor is predominantly red, adorned with gold dragon embroidery. When unfolded, the box reveals a complete and lifelike image of a dragon soaring amidst auspicious clouds. On both the bottle and the outer box, Jackie Chan's signature in both Chinese and English is printed in the lower right corner of the dragon's head, along with the words "Collector's Edition." The overall packaging incorporates numerous dragon-themed stamp patterns, with dragon elements visible throughout. On the ceramic bottle, a giant golden dragon is depicted in relief, creating a three-dimensional effect and exuding its spirit. In the center of the bottle, the words "Guizhou Maotai Liquor" are prominently displayed, with the words "Special Aged Brew" printed to the right.

1990s Butterfly brand Shoumei peony teapot in original wooden box.

Quantity: 1 box (20 catties as labeled)

Tea Factory: China Tea Fujian Branch

Storage: Dry storage

Note: Original wooden crate, unopened.

In 1950, the Fuzhou branch of the China Tea Company was established, becoming one of the earliest companies in New China to engage in the trade of white tea. During the planned economy era, the factories producing finished white tea were Jianyang Tea Factory, Zhenghe Tea Factory, and Fuding Tea Factory. By the early 1980s, the division of labor among the factories was as follows: Jianyang Tea Factory mainly produced Gongmei and Bai Mudan, Zhenghe Tea Factory mainly produced Bai Mudan, and Fuding Tea Factory mainly produced Yinzhen Baihao, Shoumei, and new-process white tea.

White tea is cooling in nature, and its extracts have a certain inhibitory effect on the growth of some bacteria and microorganisms. During years of storage, the internal components of white tea transform, resulting in a more diverse aroma, a deeper liquor color, a more mellow taste, and a gradual shift in its nature from cooling to warming. This gives it considerable drinking and collectible value. Butterfly brand export aged white tea is particularly popular among tea connoisseurs, and is extremely difficult to find even in large quantities.

Timeless Fire Horse - Art Collection Humidifier

Material: Spanish cedar wood

Dimensions: 1010 x 1596 x 654mm

Created by JORGE LUIS RAMOS SANTIAGO, the go-to designer for Habanos' Cuban Product Festival. Limited to 26 units worldwide, this is the third, complete with a certificate and the designer's signature. As the go-to designer for auction-quality moisturizing boxes, this legendary creator's BHK 15th Anniversary Moisturizing Box set a record of €4.6 million at the 2025 Cuban Product Festival auction. This "Timeless Fire Horse" limited edition case is Jorge's magnum opus as design director of AFIDANO.

This special event also features nearly 100 Cuban products; stay tuned.

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