Donated by Suzanne Fratus, two pottery figurines from the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) join Shanghai Museum's collection of 66 pottery figurines in an exhibition at the museum on Monday.

Fratus, a California resident, appeared in a short video at the donation ceremony.

"It is a very important day because it marks the return of the two figurines that were lost for over 100 years. It is my honor and pleasure to return these works of art to you, the people of China," she said.