Vase with floral decoration Ch'ing dynasty (r. 1662-1772) Painted enamel on copper - National Palace Musuem, Taipei

Celestial globe vase with dragon and floral design Ming dynasty, Yung-lo reign (1403-24) porcelain painted in underglaze blue - National Palace Musuem, Taipei

Wine vessel in the shape of an animal Warring States period (481-221 b.c.) Bronze with gold, silver, and turquoise inlay - National Palace Musuem, Taipei

Vase with tubular ears Southern Sung dynasty (1127-1279) Porcelain, Kuan ware - National Palace Musuem, Taipei