Chinese history as told via Asia’s booming auction market

Three Chinese imperial seals sold at auction tell a story about the present and past worlds

Three Chinese imperial seals © Sotheby's
(Image credit: © Sotheby's)

Three Chinese imperial seals went to auction with Sotheby’s in Hong Kong last week, each with an astronomic valuation. Given their rarity, not to mention the growth of the auction market in Asia, it’s not hard to see why. The seals also give us a window into the lives of China’s imperial rulers.

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