The imperial Lotus Bowl beautifully preserves the spirit of 18th-century Forbidden City pottery. This ruby-red craft used to be an emperor's vessel for sophisticated ceremonies. However, time has turned it into a sublime work of Oriental art. Alluring European-influenced painting technique, combined with the artistry of Beijing artisans, almost brings the delicate lotus flowers to life. Nowadays, the Lotus Bowl is in a private collection, but you can make it a part of your numismatic collection with the MINT XXI.