Ancient Charm Auctions
Ancient Charm Auctions is specialized in but not limits to Asian heritage and art collections including porcelain, stone arts, Chinese paintings and calligraphies, as well as Buddha statues. We are dedicated to provide exceptional services to both buyers and sellers in a marketplace with profession and curate a smooth end-to-end experience.
Upcoming Auctions from Ancient Charm Auctions
Chinese Art & Antique-Wang Anfu's Legacy Cont
This upcoming auction offers an engaging and carefully curated selection of Chinese art, bringing together works chosen for their strong visual presence, refined craftsmanship, and lasting cultural appeal. The catalog reflects a thoughtful collecting vision, presenting ceramics and decorative arts that balance tradition with decorative beauty, making them equally suitable for serious collectors and elegant contemporary interiors. Finely painted porcelain, richly glazed wares, and well-crafted objects highlight classic forms, confident design, and skilled workmanship throughout the sale, creating a cohesive and rewarding auction experience. PROVENANCE: From the family of Wang Anfu (1913?2005) and her husband, Liu Huanzeng (1908?1989), descendants of the prominent Republican-era statesman and diplomat Dr. Chengting T. Wang (Wang Zhengting, 1882?1961). Dr. Wang served in several key roles within the Republic of China, including delegate to the 1919 Paris Peace Conference, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Ambassador to the United States during the 1930s. A dedicated advocate for Chinese cultural heritage, he notably supported the preservation and promotion of the Dunhuang frescoes in the early 1940s. Wang Anfu and Liu Huanzeng, both scholars educated at Yenching University, shared a lifelong commitment to cultural preservation. Liu?s father, the respected scholar Liu Shuping, maintained close relationships with leading artists such as Zhang Daqian, further enriching the family?s cultural legacy. With its distinguished provenance, accessible estimates, and broad international interest, this auction presents an exceptional opportunity to acquire meaningful works that combine artistic quality, historical depth, and enduring appeal.
Chinese New Year Auction-Wang Anfu's Legacy
This auction unfolds like a visual journey through form, surface, and tradition, presenting a refined selection of Chinese art chosen for its quiet power and expressive beauty. The catalog brings together ceramics and decorative works that speak through balance, rhythm, and material, where subtle glazes, confident silhouettes, and carefully resolved details invite both contemplation and admiration. Each piece contributes to a larger narrative of artistic continuity, offering collectors works that feel timeless, poetic, and deeply rooted in craft. PROVENANCE: From the family of Wang Anfu (1913?2005) and her husband, Liu Huanzeng (1908?1989), descendants of the eminent Republican-era statesman and diplomat Dr. Chengting T. Wang (Wang Zhengting, 1882?1961). Dr. Wang served as delegate to the 1919 Paris Peace Conference, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Ambassador to the United States in the 1930s, and was a passionate advocate for the preservation of Chinese cultural heritage, including early efforts to protect and promote the Dunhuang frescoes in the 1940s. Wang Anfu and Liu Huanzeng, both scholars trained at Yenching University, continued this legacy through a lifelong devotion to scholarship and cultural stewardship. The family?s artistic lineage is further deepened by close associations with leading masters such as Zhang Daqian through Liu?s father, the scholar Liu Shuping. Rooted in a distinguished cultural lineage and offered with accessible estimates, this auction invites collectors to acquire works that unite artistic sensitivity, historical depth, and enduring aesthetic presence.
Chinese Art & Antique-Wang Anfu's Legacy
This auction unfolds as a measured and considered presentation of Chinese art, shaped by attention to detail rather than spectacle. The catalog brings together objects selected for their material quality, structural clarity, and visual balance, allowing each work to communicate its character without excess. The overall tone is calm and deliberate, reflecting the rhythms of traditional collecting and connoisseurship. Across the sale, ceramics and decorative arts form the core of the offering, with painted porcelain, glazed wares, carved jade, and sculptural objects presented in quiet dialogue with one another. Some pieces draw interest through finely resolved surfaces and subtle color, while others rely on confident form and proportion. Together, they create a catalog that rewards close looking and thoughtful comparison, mirroring the experience of viewing works in a private collection or study room. PROVENANCE:From the family of Wang Anfu (1913?2005) and her husband, Liu Huanzeng (1908?1989), descendants of the renowned Republican-era statesman and diplomat Dr. Chengting T. Wang (Wang Zhengting, 1882?1961). Dr. Wang held several key posts in the Republic of China, including delegate to the Paris Peace Conference in 1919, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Ambassador to the United States in the 1930s. He was also a strong advocate for Chinese art and heritage, notably supporting the preservation and promotion of the Dunhuang frescoes during the early 1940s. Wang Anfu and Liu Huanzeng, both scholars from Yenching University (later Peking University), shared a lifelong commitment to cultural preservation. This provenance reflects a distinguished lineage rooted in scholarship, diplomacy, and enduring dedication to the preservation of Chinese cultural heritage.Bidder Reviews for Ancient Charm Auctions (40)
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BurelYarralumla, AU
Jul 13, 2025
I am very satisfied with receiving the goods
The logistics are fast. The item was well protected with a box, which was a very satisfying purchasing experience
CharlesSugar Land, TX
Sep 21, 2024
Jul 25, 2024
great shipping service
after I told them that I would like to receive my item before my trip, they shipped it 2nd day shipping instead of ground which was paid for. Great people!
ManikantaDurham, NC
Jul 24, 2024
A pleasant auction experience
This is my first purchase from ACA, and it was very pleasant. The items match the description, the auction house is very prompt in its response, and the shipping was affordable, secure and quick. Will be back for more.
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