Source: CCTV.com

05-15-2007 09:38

Special Report:   Cultural Heritage Day

In East China, a Shanghai auction preview is drawing huge crowds of local art lovers and collectors. It presents a rare chance to get close to one of China's most famous rulers.

The star turn of the show is this imperial robe, a favorite garment of the 18th century Emperor, Qianlong. Qianlong was famed for his refined artistic tastes and the robe, which features nine embroidered dragons, was for festive occasions.