The jars decorated with golden carp and plants ... Sotheby's describes as a "major breakthrough in the possibilities of porcelain production." The auction house noted the emperor was "a devout ...

A pair of rare Ming Dynasty fish jars dating from the 16th century have sold for £9.6 million ($12.5 million) at auction, smashing their estimate of £1 million ($1.3 million). The porcelain jars ...

After sufficient perusal, Kail contacted the Chinese consulate in Chicago explaining that the photographs belonged to the ...