Asia Week New York March 2026 Auction Results
Heritage Auctions’ sales achieved a strong total of $893,069 during Asia Week, driven by robust demand for Chinese ceramics, jade, and Japanese art. Leading the sale was a Qianlong-period famille rose tripod censer, which realized $150,000.
RECENT ASIA WEEK NEW YORK MARCH 2026 AUCTION
Collection of Chinese Paintings from the Robert Crowder Estate
Asian Art Signature® Auction #8254
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 11am EDT
Highlights Preview: March 19–21 & 23–24 from 10am-5pm at 445 Park Avenue, NYC
The Asian Art Department at Heritage Auctions is proud to present this carefully curated Signature Auction, highlighted by a distinguished collection of Chinese and Japanese paintings from the estate of American artist and collector Robert Crowder.
A Chinese Famille Rose Ruby-Ground Sgraffito ‘Medallion’ Bowl, six-character Daoguang mark and of the period, 2-1/2 x 5-7/8 inches (6.3 x 14.9 cm) (diam.); Lot #78040
This sale offers a wide array of objects spanning diverse regions, periods, and media. Highlights include paintings, Chinese porcelain and ceramics, jade and hardstone carvings, and a dedicated offering of Japanese woodblock prints, including works by masters from ukiyo-e to shin-hanga. Together, these categories present a balanced and compelling survey of Asian art, offering collectors exceptional works that embody both scholarly tradition and enduring aesthetic appeal.
Asia Week New York Autumn 2025 Auction Results
The auction, with a majority of lots from private collections and estates, performed well and beyond our expectations. Our top lot, a Ming dynasty Wanli period “Lotus” Dish, realized $93,750, which is a record price for its type. Another extremely rare green-glazed Kangxi period saucer also realized $30,000, demonstrating high demand for rare works.
“We are delighted with the results of this sale,” shared Charlene Wang, consignment director of Asian art. “The total realized, $861,819, fell well within our projections and aligned closely with the high estimate of $620/958,000. The sale also achieved an impressive 95 percent sell-through by value and 82 percent by lot. This strong performance indicates that not only did the majority of works find buyers, but many exceeded expectations, with a significant portion selling above their estimates.”
“We saw very strong international bidding, particularly from mainland China, alongside robust participation from US bidders, continuing the pattern established in past sales. Notably, there was a marked rise in bidding activity from other Asian markets as well. Another trend worth highlighting is the growing aggressiveness of US bidders when competing for high value lots, underscoring the strength and depth of the domestic market.”
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Past Fall Sales
A selection of lots, Fine & Decorative Asian Art Signature® Auction #8222
Fine & Decorative Asian Art Signature® Auction #8222
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 10am CDT (Lots 78001-78153) (Live Floor Auction at 2801 W. Airport Freeway Dallas)
Wednesday, September 17, 2025 at 2pm CDT (Lots 78154-78219) (Live Internet Auction)
Previews (Highlights Only): September 10–13, 10am-5pm at 445 Park Avenue, NYC
The Asian Art Department at Heritage Auctions is proud to present this carefully curated Signature Auction for our valued collectors. This exceptional sale features highlights from the Ming and Qing dynasties, including imperial porcelain, jade and hardstone carvings, Chinese paintings and scrolls, and classical furniture, along with a dedicated section showcases Japanese works of art and woodblock prints. The sale features notable pieces from the distinguished collections of Colonel Julian Frisbie, American artist and collector Robert Crowder, and the prominent Crow Family collection. Join us for the live auction on Wednesday, September 17, and explore a diverse array of treasures. Whether you’re a seasoned connoisseur or new to collecting, there’s something in this sale for everyone—we invite you to discover its hidden gems.
Seven Treasures: Japanese Cloisonné from the Collection of Michael Barrett Showcase Auction #12160
Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 11am EDT
2801 W. Airport Freeway Dallas
This sale presents a well-curated collection of Japanese and Chinese cloisonné from Michael Barrett, the celebrated New York club owner best remembered for the legendary China Club, where musical icons such as David Bowie, Elton John, Sting, Stevie Wonder, and Prince performed. Beyond his role as an impresario, Barrett nurtured a discerning eye for art and design, with a particular passion for Japanese cloisonné. Known in Japan as shippo-yaki, or “Seven Treasures,” the term derives from Buddhist texts that list seven precious materials—gold, silver, lapis lazuli, crystal, agate, coral, and pearl—suggesting a brilliance and rarity embodied in these luminous works. In cloisonné, delicate metal wires define compartments that are filled with enamel pastes, then fired to achieve jewel-like surfaces. From the mid-19th century onward, Japanese artisans perfected this technique, producing objects admired at world expositions and collected across Europe and America. The pieces in Barrett’s collection exemplify this golden age: vases, plaques, and vessels of luminous color, intricate detail, and extraordinary technical mastery.
Utagawa Sadahide (Japanese, 1807-1873), Dragon and Tiger (Ryū to Tora) (triptych), circa 1870, woodblock print embellished with silver mica, 13-3/4 x 9-1/2 in. (34.9 x 24.1 cm) (each sheet, oban), Lot #30059, estimate: US$7,000-10,000, Japanese Woodblock Prints from The Nelkin Collection Showcase Auction #15255
Japanese Woodblock Prints from The Nelkin Collection Showcase Auction #15255
Tuesday, September 30, 2025 at 11am EDT
2801 W. Airport Freeway Dallas
To honor and extend the legacy of Ms. Ruth Nelkin’s distinguished Japanese print collection, we are proud to present a curated selection of Ukiyo-e and Shin-hanga prints. This auction features works by renowned Japanese printmakers, including Utagawa Sadahide, Utagawa Hiroshige, Tobayashi Kiyochika, Yamamura Koka (Toyonari), Yoshida Fujio, and many others. The auction also offers a great selection of Ms. Nelkin’s library and book collections, including various reference books on Japanese woodblock prints and culture, as well as works by renowned artists such as Hokusai and Hiroshige, and catalogs from major museum and private collections. This will be the last auction dedicated to the Nelkin collection, so don’t miss your chance to acquire a desirable piece!
