L&H HK Autumn Auction 2023
“Vintage Pu-er Tea and Premium Tea Auction” & “Premium Delicacies Auction”
26 November 2023 (Sunday)
15/F, Winsor House, 311 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay
It is no secret that Pu-er tea matures with age, transforming into rare treasures that carry the weight of history and the value of gold. L&H HK Autumn Auction 2023 presents an unprecedented extravaganza of fine teas, encompassing exquisite Hao Grade Pu-er coveted by collectors, as well as legendary teas with provenance from historic tea houses. Witness the evolution through generations and experience tea culture through rare collectible items with unique packaging. The century-old Lian Xing Hao will also make its grand debut in the history of Pu-er auctions, no doubt capturing the eyes of keen tea connoisseurs as an invaluable upgrade to any collection.
Century-old Lian Xing Hao Makes Grand Debut
L&H was fortunate enough to have unearthed two pieces of tea cakes from a fellow collector, which have since been identified as precious reserves from Lian Xing Hao according to historical archives from the "The Chronicles of Mengla County". The century-old lot comes with both inner tickets intact, retaining traditional craftsmanship and cultural heritage from the late Qing Dynasty. Savouring the charm of age through sips of history, the collectors’ item brings exceptional value that only appreciates with time.
LOT: 136
Two Pieces of 'Lian Xing Hao' Tea Cake, Circa 1920s
ESTIMATE: HK$ 1,600,000 - 3,000,000
Unprecedented Extravaganza of Fine Teas
Termed as ‘drinkable antiques’, Hao Grade Pu-er has long been known as the pinnacle of vintage teas. All remaining Hao Grade Pu-er have been produced by private tea houses during the late Qing Dynasty up until the establishment of the Republic of China. Hao Grade teas demonstrate an unmatched diversity in the use of tea buds, formula and processing methods, adding to the appeal and enjoyment of tasting, while serving a wonderful surprise to enthusiasts who appreciate the vivacity of the world of teas. Withstanding the test of time for over a century, Hao Grade teas are absolute gems and scarce to find in the market.
The L&H HK Autumn Auction introduces an extensive line-up of well-preserved teas, with the majority of lots kept in dry storage for premium conditions. Apart from Lian Xing Hao’s grand debut, notable lots include the ‘King of Teas’ Song Ping Hao, along with imperial tribute teas such as Tong Xing Hao crafted by Xiang Zhiqing and Tong Chang Hao. Furthermore, the acclaimed Qun Ji Hao Red Mark from Jiang Cheng, as well as the last generation of Jincha and century-old Liu An tea by Wang Lichun also make a memorable appearance.
LOT: 135
Two Pieces of 'Qun Ji Hao' Pu-er Tea Cake, Circa 1930s
ESTIMATE: HK$ 1,000,000 - 1,800,000
LOT: 137
An Extremely Rare and Fine Vintage 'Song Pin Hao' Pu-er Tea Cake, Circa 1920s
ESTIMATE: HK$ 800,000 - 1,300,000
LOT: 177
A Piece of 'Tong Xing Hao' Xiang Zhiqing Pu-er Tea Cake, Circa 1920s
ESTIMATE: HK$ 600,000 - 1,000,000
LOT: 179
A Piece of 'Tong Chang Hao Huang Wenxing' Pu-er Tea Cake, Circa 1930s
ESTIMATE: HK$ 450,000 - 680,000
LOT: 134
Seven Pieces of Vintage Pu-er Jincha, Circa 1930s
ESTIMATE: HK$ 350,000 - 650,000
LOT: 144
Six Pieces of Liu An Tea, Circa 1920s
ESTIMATE: HK$ 500,000 - 900,000
Sipping on Five Decades of History
In addition to classic Red Mark tea cakes, this collection spans across the ages, featuring highly sought-after Hao Grade teas in excellent condition with original packaging. Gracefully aged for half a century, Blue Mark Pu-er with Grade A and Grade B tea cakes are perfect for tasting and collecting, while the Gam San Lau Red Mark Pu-er Tea Cake without wrapping have broken records at the past two L&H HK auctions over just one year, leading the way for Red Mark Pu-ers.
LOT: 171
A Piece of Red Mark Pu-er Tea Cake, Circa 1950s
ESTIMATE: HK$ 680,000 - 1,000,000
LOT: 132
A Piece of Red Mark Pu-er Tea Cake, Circa 1950s
ESTIMATE: HK$ 650,000 - 1,000,000
LOT: 133
Seven Pieces of 'Gam San Lau' Red Mark Pu-er Tea Cake without Wrapping, Circa 1950s
ESTIMATE: HK$ 2,200,000 - 4,000,000
LOT: 131
Seven Pieces of Blue Mark Pu-er Tea Cake, Circa 1950s
ESTIMATE: HK$ 2,300,000 - 3,500,000
LOT: 170
Seven Pieces of Blue Mark Pu-er Tea Cake, Circa 1950s
ESTIMATE: HK$ 2,300,000 - 3,200,000
Reinventing Classics in Distinctive Packaging
Renowned for its number formulas, Menghai Tea Factory is a pioneer in curating special blends. The classic dry storage 88 Pu-er in thick wrapping, 7542 tea cake in thin wrapping, 93 Yiwu Early Spring, 97 Water Blue Mark, 96 Orange Mark, 94 Tea Cake, 7542 formula in Green Mark and Red Ribbon, 7532 Snow Mark Pu-er in thick wrapping, 8582 formula in both thin and thick wrapping are all examples of legendary creations throughout the years. Tested time and time again, most of the lots have been stored dry to allow prime conditions for ageing, giving rise to the remarkable classics they are now.
LOT: 102
Seven Pieces of 88 Pu-er Tea Cake, Circa Late 1980s
ESTIMATE: HK$ 680,000 - 1,200,000
LOT: 103
Seven Pieces of 8582 Pu-er Tea Cake in Thin Wrapping, Circa 1980s
ESTIMATE: HK$ 600,000 - 1,000,000
LOT: 107
Seven Pieces of 8582 Pu-er Tea Cake in Thick Wrapping, Circa 1980s
ESTIMATE: HK$ 600,000 - 900,000
LOT: 106
Seven Pieces of 7542 Pu-er Tea Cake in Thick Wrapping, Circa Mid 1980s
ESTIMATE: HK$ 400,000 - 700,000
LOT: 155
Seven Pieces of Pu-er Tea Cake, 1999
ESTIMATE: HK$ 320,000 - 500,000
LOT: 101
Seven Pieces of Purple 'Dayi' Pu-er Tea Cake, 1996
ESTIMATE: HK$ 350,000 - 600,000
LOT: 104
Seven Pieces of Water Blue Mark Pu-er Tea Cake, 1997
ESTIMATE: HK$ 280,000 - 500,000
Centennial Delicacies Rooted in Chinese Medicine
The premium delicacies auction shines the spotlight on two prominent rarities: dried tangerine peel from Meijiang, Dongjia and Tianma, as well as century-old ginseng, or otherwise known as the "King of Herbs". Through standardised procedures to select the creme de la creme, the medicinal value and scarcity of the nourishing delicacies are unquestionable. Excellent for both gifting and collecting, L&H aspires to offer a more diversified selection for collectors to upgrade their treasured collection.
LOT: 305
Dried Tangerine Peel, Circa 1958
ESTIMATE: HK$ 20,000 - 38,000
LOT: 308
Dried Tangerine Peel, Circa 1979
ESTIMATE: HK$ 48,000 - 75,000
LOT: 309
Dried Tangerine Peel, Circa 1982
ESTIMATE: HK$ 68,000 - 100,000
LOT: 312
Changbai Mountain Wild Type Ginseng, Aged over 100 Years
ESTIMATE: HK$ 950,000 - 1,380,000
Unprecedented Collection Exclusively Revealed
Specialising in Pu-er tea auctions across Greater China, L&H is excited to present a series of century-old vintage teas and rare delicacies with the support of fellow collectors. The autumn auction boasts a comprehensive collection packed with unseen collectibles. Visit the L&H Cultural Space on 26 November 2023 and travel in time to experience iconic moments in Chinese history through sips of treasure.
L&H 2023 Auctumn Auction
※ Auction ※
Nov 26 (Sunday)
2 p.m. - Vintage Pu-er Tea and Premium Tea Auction
4:30 p.m. - Premium Delicacies Auction
※ Preview ※
Nov 24 to 25 (Friday to Saturday)
11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Nov 26 (Sunday)
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
※ Venue ※
15/F, Winsor House, 311 Gloucester Road, Causeway Bay
*Online and phone bidding also available*
