Incredible Ming Dynasty Imperial Throne Carpet Brings Record Price at Christie’s Auction

Photo of an imperial 'dragon' throne carpet, probably made in Beijing, Ming Dynasty, 16th century.

A rare carpet from Beijing’s Forbidden City that likely sat under the throne of the Ming emperors was sold for US$7.74 million at a Christie’s auction in Paris. (Image: via Wikimedia Commons)

Know Your 3 Chinese Gatekeepers: Dragons, Qilins, Shis

A yellow dragon from the Nine-Dragon Wall in the Forbidden City, Beijing, China.

Chinese dragons are legendary creatures in Chinese mythology and folklore. (Image: Diego Delso via Wikimedia Commons)