A special exhibition of porcelain featuring auspicious animal patterns has opened at Prince Gong's Mansion in Beijing. The exhibition includes 120 items of Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) porcelain that were unearthed at the site of the Jingdezhen Imperial Kiln Factory, all decorated with auspicious animal patterns. The exhibition is organized around various auspicious animal designs, reflecting people's aspirations for a peaceful and happy life, and serves as a microcosm of traditional Chinese auspicious culture. Photos: Li Hao/GT