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Now that's a LOT of cash in the attic! 18th century Chinese vases found in a loft and valued at just £100 sell at auction for £260,000
The auctioneers inspected them and spotted the six-character mark of the Qianlong Emperor (1736-95) on their bases. However, they believed they were 20th century copies because they were in such ...
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Episode 90 - Jade bi
Today's object is from China, at a time when it was pursuing its own Enlightenment, under the Qianlong Emperor who, like his European contemporaries, devoted considerable attention to exploring ...
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Hotpot chain adds a little spring to its seasonal menu
With spring in full bloom, Xinjingxi hotpot chain has drawn inspiration from Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) Emperor Qianlong's ...
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National Museum springs into season
When he ascended to the throne, Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) inherited an affluent monarchy from his ...
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The Imperial College (Guozijian)
The east and west auxiliary halls of the Biyong Hall originally housed the Qianlong Stone Scriptures. In the middle of the 18th century, Emperor Qianlong ordered to have the Thirteen Classics ...
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National Museum springs into season
When he ascended to the throne, Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) inherited an affluent monarchy from his industrious grandfather, Emperor Kangxi, and father, Emperor Yongzheng.
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Episode Transcript – Episode 90 - Jade bi
Today's object is from China, at a time when it was pursuing its own Enlightenment, under the Qianlong Emperor who, like his European contemporaries, devoted considerable attention to exploring ...