Chinese art and antiques, shanghai, hefei, nanjing...

I will be visiting shanghai, hefei, yangzhou,nanjing and suzhou for 6 weeks during July and Audust 2006. I%26#39;d like any direct to those non touristy places where I might find art and antiques. Flea markets? Culture markets? Thanks

Chinese art and antiques, shanghai, hefei, nanjing...

Real antiques cannot be exported legally unless it%26#39;s been authenticated by the government, and approved for export, with proper papers and sealing wax. That pretty much tells you where you can buy them.

Chinese art and antiques, shanghai, hefei, nanjing...

Are you looking for REAL antiques, or antique-looking things ie things made to look old?