Hangzhou, November 15, 2026 – The highly anticipated Xiling Yinshe 2026 Autumn Auction concluded successfully yesterday, with the “Treasures of Jade – Ancient Jade Collection Session” performing particularly well. The total transaction value reached RMB 128 million, with a remarkable sell-through rate of 89.5%, significantly exceeding market expectations. The success of this session not only added a brilliant chapter to Xiling Yinshe’s autumn auction but is also regarded by the industry as a crucial sign of a strong rebound in the ancient jade market.
This ancient jade session featured a total of 124 meticulously selected lots, covering high-ancient jade artifacts from various periods, including Hongshan Culture, Liangzhu Culture, Shang and Zhou Dynasties, Han Dynasty, and the Song, Yuan, Ming, and Qing Dynasties. Among them, a highly anticipated “Hongshan Culture Jade Pig Dragon” was hammered at RMB 36 million, a premium of nearly 28.6% over its estimated price of RMB 28 million, making it the highest-priced lot of the session. Another “Western Han White Jade Chilong-pattern Bi” also sold for RMB 18.5 million, an increase of 23.3%. In addition, several Liangzhu Culture jade cong, Shang Dynasty jade ge, and other high-ancient jade artifacts were sold at prices well above their estimates, demonstrating collectors' strong pursuit of exquisite ancient jade.
From the data, the sell-through rate of this ancient jade session increased by nearly 15 percentage points compared to the same period last year, and the total transaction value achieved a year-on-year growth of 35%. This indicates that after several years of market adjustment, investment confidence in the ancient jade sector is gradually recovering, and the value of high-end, exquisite ancient jade is being re-recognized and affirmed.
Market Analysis and Trend Prediction:
Mr. Li Ming, a senior auction industry analyst, pointed out: “The success of this Xiling Yinshe ancient jade session is not accidental. It reflects several key market trends. Firstly, the gradual stabilization of the global economic environment has rekindled the interest of high-net-worth individuals in art investment. Secondly, as an important carrier of Chinese civilization, ancient jade's historical and cultural value and scarcity make it an excellent choice for hedging against inflation and preserving and increasing wealth. Especially for exquisite high-ancient jade with clear provenance, intact condition, and verifiable lineage, market demand shows rigid growth. We expect that in the next two years, the ancient jade market will continue to maintain a steady upward trend, especially for rare categories with museum-level collection value, whose prices are expected to break through further.”
Expert Commentary:
Professor Wang, Vice President of the China Jade Culture Research Association and a renowned ancient jade appraisal expert, stated in an interview: “The auction results are inspiring. The transaction price of the ‘Hongshan Culture Jade Pig Dragon’ once again proves the scarcity and irreplaceability of top-tier high-ancient jade. Collectors are increasingly focusing on the cultural connotation, craftsmanship, and historical status when choosing ancient jade. This is a positive signal for the healthy development of the entire ancient jade market. At the same time, we also see that the market's discernment of fakes and common items is getting higher, and collectors are more cautious in their purchases, which prompts auction houses to invest more effort in lot solicitation and appraisal, thereby enhancing the professional level of the entire industry.”
Outlook:
Mr. Zhang Hua, General Manager of Xiling Yinshe Auction Co., Ltd., said: “We are very satisfied with the performance of this autumn auction's ancient jade session. This is not only an affirmation of our team's professional capabilities but also a strong boost to confidence in the prospects of the Chinese traditional cultural art market. In the future, Xiling Yinshe will continue to deeply cultivate the ancient jade field, dedicated to discovering more treasures with historical, artistic, and collection value, providing a better collection platform for global collectors, and jointly promoting the inheritance and development of Chinese jade culture.”
The outstanding performance of the Xiling Yinshe 2026 Autumn Auction Ancient Jade Session has undoubtedly injected a strong shot in the arm into the long-sluggish art market, signaling the arrival of a more active and healthy era of ancient jade collection.