About Us

Antiques possess a quiet and enduring sense of balance. They do not seek attention, yet they settle naturally into a space, bringing with them a sense of familiarity, restraint, and refinement.

Founded in South Korea in the late 1990s, AUA Oriental Art began its early collecting activities in Hong Kong, then an important centre for high-quality works of Asian art. Over the years, we have built a collection with a particular focus on East Asian ceramics.

The collection has developed along two principal strands.

The first comprises underwater ceramics dating from the 15th to the 17th centuries, recovered along historic maritime trade routes that connected East Asia with the Middle East and Europe.

The second consists of earlier classical works acquired in Hong Kong from the late 1990s, spanning the Jin, Han, Tang, Song, Yuan, and Ming dynasties. Together, they reflect the enduring beauty, depth, and material traditions of East Asian ceramics.

For more than two decades, these works have been acquired with scholarly guidance and considered through careful research into provenance, materials, and historical context. Each piece bears the natural traces of time, together with the record of thoughtful collecting and long-term stewardship.

Building on this foundation, we continue to seek works of historical significance, material quality, and distinctive presence, with particular interest in early ceramics, maritime works, and objects that reflect Asia’s artistic and cultural exchange.

We value careful selection over breadth. We are drawn to works that settle naturally into a space, reveal greater depth over time, and retain a meaningful connection to their period and place — whether in private collections or carefully considered interiors.

* Source: AUA Oriental Art