This Porcelain Shouldn’t Exist - the Carnegie Falangcai Bowl

7 May 2025 | Hong Kong

Deep purple and ruby red never appeared on Chinese porcelain until a alchemy breakthrough changed its course in Chinese history. Explore Kangxi Emperor’s obsession — this falangcai bowl crafted with gold nanoparticles and fired to perfection under his watch. Join Sotheby’s Hong Kong at Chater House to unlock the glittering secret behind a 300-year-old masterpiece.

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