
A Refined Selection of Asian and European art
At TenCate Art, we bring together two worlds of timeless beauty:
Asian Art with a refined selection of Chinese and Japanese works, from elegant porcelain and bronze to finely crafted objects that embody centuries of tradition and symbolism.
European Art featuring an exceptional collection of paintings, porcelain, and ceramics dating from the 16th to the 19th century, each piece chosen for its artistry, provenance, and historical significance.
Whether it is the serene elegance of a Qing dynasty porcelain figure, the power of Japanese bronze sculpture, or the richness of a 17th-century Dutch still life, every object in our collection tells its own story. We curate with passion and expertise, offering artworks that connect past and present, East and West.
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European Art
Our European Art collection features carefully curated works from the 17th to the...

We also auction on Catawiki
In addition to our curated selection, we offer a rotating collection of pieces through weekly auctions on Catawiki.
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Stories about cultural history in Europe
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Rachel Ruysch – A Master of Dutch Floral Still ...
In the history of Dutch Golden Age painting, few women reached the heights of fame and mastery that Rachel Ruysch (1664–1750) achieved. Celebrated across Europe for her dazzling floral still lifes,...
Rachel Ruysch – A Master of Dutch Floral Still ...
In the history of Dutch Golden Age painting, few women reached the heights of fame and mastery that Rachel Ruysch (1664–1750) achieved. Celebrated across Europe for her dazzling floral still lifes,...
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Kenau Simonsdochter Hasselaer – The Heroine of ...
Few women from Dutch history have captured the imagination as strongly as Kenau Simonsdochter Hasselaer (1526–1588). Known simply as Kenau, she became a legendary figure during the Siege of Haarlem...
Kenau Simonsdochter Hasselaer – The Heroine of ...
Few women from Dutch history have captured the imagination as strongly as Kenau Simonsdochter Hasselaer (1526–1588). Known simply as Kenau, she became a legendary figure during the Siege of Haarlem...
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Maria van Reigersberch: Heroine, Wife, and Mode...
Maria van Reigersberch (c. 1589–1653) – wife of the renowned jurist Hugo Grotius – is one of the most admired women in Dutch history. She was celebrated as a symbol...
Maria van Reigersberch: Heroine, Wife, and Mode...
Maria van Reigersberch (c. 1589–1653) – wife of the renowned jurist Hugo Grotius – is one of the most admired women in Dutch history. She was celebrated as a symbol...
Stories about Asian Art
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The Fascination of Chinese Coconut Cups: Nature...
Coconut carving in China flourished during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Craftsmen transformed humble coconut shells into refined works of art, often turning them into libation cups, brush pots, or...
The Fascination of Chinese Coconut Cups: Nature...
Coconut carving in China flourished during the Ming and Qing dynasties. Craftsmen transformed humble coconut shells into refined works of art, often turning them into libation cups, brush pots, or...
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The Scholar’s Water Dropper – A Small Object wi...
Among the many refined tools that once graced the Chinese scholar’s studio, few are as quietly captivating as the water dropper. While modest in size, these objects were indispensable to the...
The Scholar’s Water Dropper – A Small Object wi...
Among the many refined tools that once graced the Chinese scholar’s studio, few are as quietly captivating as the water dropper. While modest in size, these objects were indispensable to the...
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Fire and Authority: The Imperial Dragon on Roug...
Among the most powerful and enduring motifs in Chinese art, the dragon (龙, lóng) occupies a central place as a symbol of power, cosmic order, and imperial sovereignty. In this...
Fire and Authority: The Imperial Dragon on Roug...
Among the most powerful and enduring motifs in Chinese art, the dragon (龙, lóng) occupies a central place as a symbol of power, cosmic order, and imperial sovereignty. In this...
Stories about Paintings
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Misjudged but Majestic: A 17th-Century Masterpi...
Every now and then, a painting reveals itself not just as an object of beauty, but as a quiet survivor of centuries — misread, mislabeled, and waiting patiently to reclaim...
Misjudged but Majestic: A 17th-Century Masterpi...
Every now and then, a painting reveals itself not just as an object of beauty, but as a quiet survivor of centuries — misread, mislabeled, and waiting patiently to reclaim...
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A Winter Silence – Discovering Hanns Diehl's Hi...
This painting almost disappeared into the background. But something held me there—a quiet pull.
A Winter Silence – Discovering Hanns Diehl's Hi...
This painting almost disappeared into the background. But something held me there—a quiet pull.
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Jules Chin A Foeng – A Hidden Gem in the Jungle
That I found this valuable painting tucked away in a corner of a vintage shop for less than the price of a cup of coffee still amazes me.
Jules Chin A Foeng – A Hidden Gem in the Jungle
That I found this valuable painting tucked away in a corner of a vintage shop for less than the price of a cup of coffee still amazes me.