Asian Antiques And More.

Asian Antique.Biz, online source for unique one of a kind Asian antiques, carpets and furniture. Asian items are fast becoming the new hot trend. Along with the growing interest of  Feng Shui the ancient Chinese practice of placement and arrangement of space to achieve harmony with the environment. So, if your looking for anything Asian stop by. Along with some antiques this site will also lead you to many Oriental items for home and office.

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Asian Antiques
Are you thinking of buying Asian antiques or starting a collection? Whether it be snuff boxes, bottles, jade carvings, furniture or lacquered boxes, purchasing antiques is not only a financial investment, you also have to put time into learning about the type of antiques you are interested in.

The experts have many years of knowledge and not knowing what you are buying can end up being a very expensive mistake. An antique needs to be at least 100 years old to be called an antique. Know the condition, workmanship and value of the item. If you’re not sure and see a piece that you like, get some professional help before you buy. Just because it’s on a website doesn’t make it a real antique. Pay attention to the wording of the article and make sure it is the real thing not a copy.

Sadly we lost one of the finest antique experts around with the passing of Ralph Kovel in August. But, to our great joy we still have Terry and the rest of the family continuing the business. I have gained much knowledge reading their books and listening to them on TV. Also for those wanting to learn about antiques their website is fantastic. Continued condolences to the Kovel family.

Asian Furniture
There are many differences between Japanese, Korean and Chinese furniture.

Japanese furniture is solid and is useful rather then decorative. It’s ornamentation and asymmetrical design make it a great match for any decor. Japanese furniture has clean lines and beautiful wood grain. Handmade hardware and very little decorative additions are common. Japanese-style rooms are decorated with Japanese furniture such as fusuma doors (sliding paper door), tatami mats, tansu, shoji screens (sliding paper screen), paper lanterns, Japanese low-tables, futon, etc.

Korean furniture has a lighter touch, uses natural features of the wood, and has a high degree of craftsmanship and good looks. Their pieces are very decorated with forged hardware, using just the minimal amount of add-ons. There are a few pieces made of very rare woods. Korean furniture features tables, tansus, cabinets, chests, boxes, and lanterns.

Chinese furniture uses lacquer coatings, hand painting, and expert carvings. You can only imagine the work involved in building these works of art. Their pieces are heavier and larger then other oriental types. They generally have some carving on them. Tables, consoles and chairs are very decorated and they tend to copy others, but with slight differences. Of course the tables are low to facilitate sitting on the floor. Other items would be benches and stools.

Oriental Home Accessories, Jewelry, and Textiles
Chinese accessories include baskets, bowls, boxes, cabinets, chairs, chests, glasses and cups, snuff bottles, statues, tables, vases, necklaces, bracelets and pendants. Japanese items such as bowls, boxes, kimonos, textiles, netsuke, paintings, prints and plates. Korean antiques are dishes, chests, ring boxes, carvings, statues, rice cake presses and more.

Oriental Furniture
In the western part of the world, what we think of as Oriental Furniture reflects Japanese styles and Zenmotifs. The simplicity of a Platform Bed, the pure harmony of Zen, the use of paintings of waterscapes, Geishas, and Kanji all create the themes of Japan.

Japanese bedroom furniture was designed to blend with nature. The use of earth tones, rounded corners and flowing patterns were designed as forms and colors in nature, thus creating a sense of peace and tranquility. Japanese decorating conveys a sense of accord and harmony with nature.

Asian Art in Many Forms
Art from Japan, China and Korea can vary greatly. Watercolor has prominence in many of the cultures. Statues are found in great abundance. Early forms of Chinese art include jade and pottery. The Shang Dynasty brought bronze into the picture. Korean art generally includes pottery, music, calligraphy, and other genres. Japanese art has a vast range of art styles and media, including pottery, sculpture in wood and bronze, ink painting on silk and paper.

Asian Wall Art
Asian wall art is handcrafted and hand-painted wall carvings that will add an exotic touch to any home. Asian prints make great wall decor and are available with quality wood frames that look fantastic. Creating an antique look? Check out Japanese prints. You can find them patterned after famous ancient Japanese prints.

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