i have to say that the channels through which chinese antiques ended in us is quite diversified. some were probably trophies during invasion in late qing dynasty, some were bought during the chaotic time (roc, wwii), and i believe there are a lot were acquired en route japan during the early time in 1940-50 when japan was occupied by allies. the original sources of the antiques that americans acquired from japan was difficult to track, which i believe at least part of them were taken from china illegally. however, china does not have any record in order to reclaim them.
my heart is bleeding when thinking many of those antiques ending up overseas were results of china's tragic falling and foreign invasion but as long as they are well preserved, they will serve as the messagers of chinese civilization, which i love to see.
i am sure japan and english keep more illegal trophy from their brutal aggressions to china. them! our sons and grandsons will take them back!
wheresbee 发表评论于
I'd like to add something about the AVG flag: the expert estimated it worth $200-300K, not $20-30K but literally it is priceless since there are probably only two pieces in the world: the other in Smithsonian Museum(?). It is an important piece of history between US and China. And I agree it is priceless.
Please be noted that the motif of the flying tiger was designed by Walter Disney and beautifully embroidered with silk and perfectly preserved (look at the condition). Yes, this is the AVG Headquarter Flag. It is now kept in the hands of Bill Reed's nephew in Omaha, NE.
真是对不起 发表评论于
不好意思!请先把你的错别字和错误概念改了再说,这可是为你好!
waidaddy 发表评论于
I have two vases from Qing Dynasty brought by my parents over 100 years ago.
How can I get 'certified'?