Asian art: at 'Asian Art in London' this month, a phenomenal range of objects is on show—but art from China will sell best, thanks to a rise in Chinese collectors

Apollo, Nov, 2004 by Philippa Scott

NOTABLE PRICES 2002-2004

Asian Art

Jade Qing-dynasty Qianlong-period collection of Imperial seals (Sotheby's, Hong Kong, 26 October 2004)--2,214,982 [pounds sterling] [HK$ 29,182,400]

Famille-rose Qing dynasty Yongzheng period 'Peach' vase (Sotheby's, Hong Kong, 7 May 2002)--3,621,997 [pounds sterling] [HK$ 41,500,000]

Blue and white Yuan period pilgrim flask, c. 1345 (Doyle, New York, 16 September 2003)--$5,831,500

Famille-rose Qing dynasty Qianlong-period Beijing enamelled Imperial Guyuexuan bowl

(Sothebys Hong Kong 26 October 2003)--2,214,982 [pounds sterling] [HK$ 29,182,400]

Philippa Scott is a freelance writer and a specialist on the art of Islamic countries. Her publications include The Book of Silk and India of the Rajahs.