Asian Art

The Asian Art department’s appraisers and specialists at Clars Auctions are renowned for their expertise in appraising and evaluating a wide array of Asian art, antiques, and collections, consistently achieving exceptional results at auction.

Our team has cultivated close relationships with a significant global audience, attracting buyers and collectors from Asia, Europe, and North America. Both private collectors and public institutions trust us to handle their most valuable collections.

Featured Pieces

Our department showcases extraordinary items, including Buddhist arts, jade and hardstone carvings, Japanese and Korean works, metalwork, paintings, calligraphy, porcelains, textiles, and furniture. Each piece is meticulously appraised and valued to ensure it meets the highest standards for our Asian auction services.

Asian Furniture

At Clars Auctions, we are proud to offer one of the leading Asian furniture auction platforms in California, connecting collectors, consignors, and institutions with rare and historically significant pieces.

We specialize in the appraisal and sale of fine Asian furniture spanning centuries of craftsmanship from China, Japan, Korea, India, and beyond. Whether you’re looking to expand your collection or receive a free valuation, our expert team ensures that each piece is handled with care and expertise.


Pair of Chinese huanghuali horseshoe-back armchairs. Sold: $200,000
Pair of Chinese huanghuali horseshoe-back armchairs.
Sold: $200,000

Asian Furniture We Sell

Asian furniture reflects a legacy of artistic excellence and cultural symbolism. At Clars, our Asian Art auctions regularly feature significant and diverse examples, including:

  • Chinese Furniture: Classic hardwood pieces made from huanghuali, zitan, and rosewood, including scholar’s tables, cabinets, and intricately carved chairs that embody Ming and Qing dynasty traditions.
  • Japanese Furniture: Tansu chests, hibachi tables, and lacquered cabinets, known for their simplicity, utility, and fine craftsmanship.
  • Korean Furniture: Minimalist yet elegant cabinets, storage chests, and scholar’s desks often decorated with brass fittings and natural woods.
  • Indian Furniture: Hand-carved wooden chests, temple doors, and colonial-era pieces showcasing detailed patterns and cultural motifs.
  • Specialized Decorative Objects: Screens, daybeds, and altar tables with ornate carvings, lacquer finishes, and inlay work, prized for their artistry and historical context.

Every item in our Bay Area furniture auction and traditional sales is carefully vetted, cataloged, and marketed to connect with collectors worldwide.

Sell Asian Furniture with Clars

Consigning Asian furniture at Clars is a streamlined process backed by decades of auction expertise. Whether you wish to sell a single heirloom or a complete collection, our specialists provide professional guidance and global exposure to ensure strong results.

We offer:

  • Free valuations and initial consultations
  • Comprehensive appraisal services, including fair market, insurance, and donation valuations
  • Expert cataloging and research for each piece
  • Marketing through our extensive international network of buyers and collectors

Our goal is to maximize the value of your property while providing a transparent, client‑focused experience.

Sale Highlights

Pair of Chinese huanghuali Compound cabinets.
Sold: $303,310

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Director, Asian Art

Harry Huang

Harry Huang is the Director of Asian Art at Clars where he heads the department.

With over a decade of experience in the auction industry, Harry was previously the Head of Asian Art at Michaan’s Auctions and Fine Estate Inc. He spearheaded the department for both companies by successfully conducting monthly auctions as well as numerous Asian Art specific auctions with tremendous results. Some of the highlights from his previous tenures include a rare and magnificent Chinese soapstone carving (sold for $2.35 million in June 2013) and Fu Baoshi’s Lady and Bamboo (sold for $1.4 million in June 2015). Harry holds a Master of Letters degree in Art History of China from Christie’s Education, London accredited by the University of Glasgow. He is also fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese.

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Buying Asian Art

Purchasing Asian art through Clars Auctions is a seamless experience. Whether you’re bidding live or online, our platform is designed to help you easily acquire unique pieces.

Ways to Buy

Selling Asian Art

When it comes to selling, we provide top-tier service, from Asian art valuation to the final sale. Clars Auctions offers Asian art appraisals and valuations conducted by our experienced team.

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About Clars

With decades of experience, Clars Auctions has become a cornerstone in the Bay Area auction community, known for our integrity, expertise, and commitment to excellence. We invite you to visit our Oakland gallery to learn more about our history, our team, and what makes us leaders in the industry.

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Upcoming Auctions

Join our upcoming Asian art auctions in-person or online and discover rare and valuable pieces from Asia. Whether you are interested in Chinese porcelain, Japanese scrolls, or Korean metalwork, our auctions offer something for every collector.

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