Potential Stars in Ancient Chinese Art | International Auction Scene

WealthCoffee · 2026-03-30T08:36:26+00:00

New York Asian Art Week from March 19-27, 2026, has become the climax of Chinese ancient art auctions, with major auction houses showcasing their strength, especially Christie's dominant position in the market. At this time, the battle to defend cultural soft power is quietly underway.

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2026-03-30 08:36:26

Abstract generation in progress

The 2026 New York Asian Art Week from March 19–27 is precisely the peak moment when major auction houses roll out their Chinese ancient art special sessions one after another. As Hong Kong Basel casts its net and heavily promotes Western contemporary art’s dominant voice, a battle—fought quietly in New York—over Chinese ancient art and the soft power of Chinese culture is already underway.

In collectors’ eyes, leading auction houses such as Sotheby’s, Christie’s, and Bonhams each have their own focus in terms of market position and influence across Hong Kong, New York, and London. Among them, New York has long served as the bellwether, guided by the team led by Tina Zonars, Head of Asian Art at Christie’s. Sotheby’s and Bonhams follow closely behind. Since Lyle Gettes stepped out of the dealer and gallery business in 2021, New York Asian Art Week has virtually become the exclusive stage for auction houses to showcase their exhibition strengths, and the competitive landscape has become even clearer.

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