Hong Kong’s cultural heritage celebrated in over 1,000 vintage items at collector’s home
From dolls, ceramics and vintage textiles to posters, books and souvenirs, Tarlan Amigh is on a mission to tell the real story of Hong Kong
Entering the Hong Kong home of collector Tarlan Amigh is like stepping back into the city’s past.
Each room pulsates with Hong Kong-themed memorabilia that add huge dollops of colour and nostalgia to the space.
Her collection – more than 1,000 pieces, she estimates – includes dolls, ceramics, vintage textiles, advertising memorabilia, posters and books, most of it sourced online.
“By acquiring and showcasing these vintage items, I’m doing my bit to help preserve Hong Kong’s cultural heritage,” says Amigh as she gives a tour of her showroom home in Pok Fu Lam on Hong Kong Island.
It is a privileged opportunity. While Amigh holds an open house each year to give people a chance to see her collection – the next one is in February – the best way to explore her archive pieces is via her Instagram account, @hongkongmadethis, which has almost 30,000 followers.
Those wanting to shop made-in-Hong Kong vintage items can head to @tarlandotco or Amigh’s website where a curated selection of treasures can be found. There is chinoiserie tableware, enamel retro kitchenware, vintage bookends and vases, as well as Hong Kong-themed posters, prints and books – including first editions, rare books, tourism brochures and vintage magazines.
