A uniquely Chinese art form with a history stretching back thousands of years

Ivory carving is one of the unique charms of Chinese carving, and has a history of thousands of years. The heyday occurred during the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911).

The craft gradually focused on small objects, which produced many of the best examples of the genre.

Most of the pieces are treasures of appreciation and ornamentation. They are decorated with scenes from scholarly stories, flower-and-bird patterns, and auspicious subjects related to cultural tastes.