It has now been two years since we enjoyed the article on masks, " Unappreciated and Undervalued " written by Saru in Euronetsuke No. 34 in 2009. I think that with the passing of this time that it has shown that masks are now stronger than ever in the salerooms and have been finally given the recognition that they deserve. I have for many years watched the price of masks at auction and when possible added examples to my collection which have suited my taste.
With Autumn around the corner and Asian Art in London fast approaching, we bring you highlights and featured pieces from some of the UK's Japanese Art and Netsuke dealers.
La Galliavola Oriental Art, Gallery founded in the ‘70s by Patrizia Chignoli, established itself, in a very short time, as one of the most important Oriental art galleries in Italy and, in the meanwhile, it quickly gained credibility on the international scene, thanks to the experience and the sensibility of its founder.
