India, June 13 -- Centuries-old porcelain originated in China during the Ming dynasty (1368 to 1644), and it was during that reign that Ming vases became an artistic and status symbol.

During the Ming dynasty rule, China's economy was booming, and it saw prosperity, growth and advancement. The Great Wall of China was also built, and the publishing of books and the widespread practice of reading even among the poor.

Now, with its population and economic growth, there was a demand for artistry, especially finely-made objects. Even the global trade saw days of light with demand for porcelain reaching its peak worldwide. It was being sold to European countries like Portugal, then Holland (part of modern-day Netherlands), and England. In the...