It inspired him to innovate. By combining traditional craftsmanship with modern manufacturing techniques, he streamlined ...

Depicting Taoist deities in a misty landscape, a Qing dynasty lacquer panel inlaid with jade and agate is among thousands of artefacts pulled out of museum storage in China to be restored ...

The painstaking work to restore ornate treasures amassed by Chinese emperors ... million artefacts held by the Palace Museum - from centuries-old paintings to ancient bronzeware and rare ceramics ...