China trade reaches Isle of Man
BRITAIN'S smaller regional auctioneers continue to enjoy major prices for Chinese works of art. This mark and period Qianlong (1736-96) doucai jardinière, 9in (23cm) high, achieved a house record for Douglas auctioneers Murrays (incorporating Chrystals) at their latest sale.
Three of London's top Asian art dealers flew to the Isle of Man to view the piece earlier in the wee…