Established in December 2004, Xiling Yinshe Auction Co., Ltd. has been adhering to the philosophy of Xiling Yinshe, a spirit “as tough as bronze and stone” and bearing authenticity and transparency as its priority. Dedicated to “Honesty, Innovation and Persistence” as founding principle, we aspire to present more exquisite works of literati and help nurture collectors’ elegant taste by providing sales of Chinese paintings & calligraphy, important Chinese and international letters & manuscripts, ancient books & rubbings, Tianhuang stones, fine seals and inkstones, refined articles in the study, Chinese ceramics, classical Chinese furniture, Zisha & tea wares, Chinese statues, Chinese coins & paper money, oil paintings & sculpture, photographs & films, illustrations & comic works, ancient jade, jade carvings by contemporary Chinese masters, rough Hetian seed jade, jewelry, western antiques, and famous Chinese liquor and wine. 

With a keen focus on both depth and breadth in the arts, Xiling Yinshe Auction continually expands and refines its auction categories. To date, the company has introduced eighteen pioneering "China’s First" themed auctions, setting industry benchmarks and leading market trends. In the 2017 Spring Auction, the significant Western Zhou bronze vessel, the Xijia Pan, was sold for RMB 212.75 million, setting a record for antique artworks auctioned in China. Beyond traditional Chinese art, Xiling Yinshe Auction has actively introduced Western artworks and other key categories, contributing to the internationalization of China’s art market.

Xiling Yinshe Auction holds the national license for first, second, and third-class cultural relic auctions and was among the first to be recognized as a "Standardized Enterprise in Chinese Cultural Relics and Artwork Auctions". The company hosts large-scale spring and autumn auctions as well as special themed sales annually. Headquartered in Hangzhou, Xiling Yinshe Auction has established branches in Shanghai and Beijing, along with Xiling Yinshe (Shaoxing) Auction Co., Ltd., forming a comprehensive auction platform. Driven by a strong cultural awareness and a deep sense of social responsibility, the company actively protects and promotes regional cultures while making significant contributions to the art industry and cultural heritage. By anchoring its operations in the academic foundation of Xiling Yinshe, Xiling Yinshe Auction remains dedicated to scholarly-driven auctions and the promotion of art and culture. It collaborates with universities, museums, media organizations, and publishers to host high-level academic exhibitions, forums, and research activities. Its dedication has earned it accolades from leading media outlets, recognizing Xiling Yinshe Auction as a culturally rich and brand-valuable auction enterprise.

On August 23, 2016, the Ministry of Commerce, Ministry of Culture, and National Cultural Heritage Administration, in collaboration with the China Association of Auctioneers, jointly released the "2015 China Art Auction Market Annual Report" at the inaugural China Art Auction Rankings Ceremony in Beijing. Xiling Yinshe Auction was honored as one of the "Top Ten Chinese Art Auction Enterprises of 2015" and received the prestigious Blue and White Award for "Annual Charitable Donation Award" (ranked first nationwide) and "Annual Market Share Award" (ranked third nationwide).

In August 2017, at the second China Art Auction Rankings (Blue and White Award) Ceremony, Xiling Yinshe Auction received multiple accolades, including the "Annual Market Scale Award," "Annual Revenue Award," "Annual Tax Contribution Award," "Annual Industry Contribution Award," "Annual Settlement Capability Award," "Annual Profitability Award," "Annual Public Welfare Donation Award," and "Annual Regional Leadership Award". The company once again secured a spot among the "Top Ten Chinese Art Auction Enterprises of 2016".

In August 2018, at the third Blue and White Award Ceremony, Xiling Yinshe Auction won the "Annual Scale Award," "Annual Tax Contribution Award," "Annual Settlement Capability Award," and "Annual Profitability Award," marking its third consecutive year as a "Top Ten Chinese Art Auction Enterprise". In September 2019, at the fourth ceremony, Xiling Yinshe Auction was honored with the "Annual Scale Award," "Annual Tax Contribution Award," "Annual Settlement Rate Award," and "Annual Profitability Rate Award," maintaining its position among the "Top Ten Chinese Art Auction Enterprises" for four consecutive years.

Xiling Yinshe Auction has also received numerous provincial and municipal accolades, including the "Key Enterprise in the Service Industry of Zhejiang Province" awarded by the Zhejiang Provincial Government. It has been consistently ranked among the "Top 30 Auction Enterprises in Zhejiang Province" and recognized as an "Outstanding and Integrity-driven Auction Enterprise" by the Zhejiang Auction Industry Association. Additionally, the Hangzhou Municipal Government has honored Xiling Yinshe Auction as a "Key Enterprise in the Cultural and Creative Industry," an "Advanced Enterprise in Social Responsibility Development," and a "Key Service Industry Enterprise of Hangzhou". The company has also been listed among the "Top 100 Commercial Enterprises of Zhejiang during the Eleventh Five-Year Plan" and named "China’s Trusted Collectibles Enterprise of the Year" by Xinhua Net. Furthermore, it has been featured in the "China Cultural Brand Value Rankings".