HKD 131 Million! Dorothy International 2026 Spring Auction Concludes with Remarkable Results
Dorothy International’s 2026 Spring Auction has officially concluded with great success.
The sale brought together an impressive selection of artworks and reflected the strong vitality of the art market, as well as the remarkable enthusiasm of collectors. A total of 719 exceptional works of art were offered, achieving a solid sell-through rate of 51.88%. The total hammer price reached SGD 119,465,000.00, while the total sales including buyer’s premium surpassed SGD 131 million, reaching SGD 131,411,500.00.
Bidding was highly active both online and in the saleroom, with several dedicated sessions delivering outstanding results. The successful auction highlighted Dorothy International’s strong appeal and growing influence in the domestic and international art auction market.
Auction Highlights · Standout Results Across Six Dedicated Sales
The six dedicated sales carefully curated for Dorothy International’s 2026 Spring Auction each delivered distinctive highlights and remarkable results.
Contemporary Art & Pop Culture · “Hong Dang Dang” Special Sale
100% Sell-Through Rate
A total of 11 lots were offered, and all 11 successfully sold, achieving a 100% sell-through rate. The total sales reached SGD 1,078,000.00, demonstrating the strong market appeal of contemporary art and pop culture.
Porcelain · Private Collection of Fine Chinese Ceramics
Over SGD 63.64 Million in Sales
As one of the highlights of the spring auction, 330 exceptional porcelain lots were offered, generating an impressive SGD 63,646,000.00 in total sales. The outstanding result underlined the enduring appeal of exceptional private collections.
Chinese Paintings & Calligraphy · “Ink and Brush Through the Ages”
Over SGD 29.6 Million in Sales
A total of 106 paintings and calligraphic works were offered, attracting active bidding from collectors. 57 lots sold, achieving a 53.77% sell-through rate and total sales of SGD 29,603,200.00.
Scholar’s Works & Miscellaneous · “Xuanli Elegant Appreciation”
Strong Performance
Of the 124 lots offered, 73 lots sold, achieving a 58.87% sell-through rate and total sales of SGD 20,741,600.00. The sale featured lacquerware, gilt-bronze objects, scholar’s objects and other works of art.
Classic Heritage · Coins, Stamps & Jade
“Hundred Treasures of Coins & Stamps” Special Sale
Achieved a strong 71% sell-through rate, with total sales reaching SGD 4,924,700.00.
“Yude Elegant Collection” · Chinese Jades Through the Ages
A total of 48 lots sold, generating total sales of SGD 11,418,000.00.
Thank You to Collectors Worldwide
Behind every remarkable result lies the generous support of collectors around the world, the trust of our consignors, and the dedication of our entire team. Dorothy International will continue to uphold the principles of professionalism, integrity and excellence, while providing collectors and art enthusiasts with a leading platform for the exchange and appreciation of art and antiques in China and around the world.
As spring continues to unfold, our journey goes on. We look forward to welcoming you at our next auction, where we can once again appreciate exceptional works together and create new chapters in the world of art.
Dorothy International Auction House
June 2026
