silk
Portrait of the Yongzheng Emperor in Court Dress
Unknown Artist
An exquisite 18th-century imperial portrait of the Yongzheng Emperor in formal court robes, rendered on fine silk.
18th Century
Rococo elegance, neoclassical restraint, and refined portraiture with decorative ease.
Portraits, landscapes, and decorative works from the 1700s bring refinement, softness, and a sense of grace.
silk
The Qianlong Emperor’s Enjoyment in the Snow
Giuseppe Castiglione, Ding Guanpeng, Sun Hu, Shen Yuan, Chen Mei, Tangdai
A refined 18th-century Chinese court painting depicting the Emperor and children enjoying a serene, snow-covered palace garden.
Equestrian & Animals
Auspicious Pine, Lingzhi, and Falcon
Giuseppe Castiglione
This magnificent Qing dynasty masterpiece by court painter Giuseppe Castiglione features a majestic white falcon amidst symbols of longevity and strength.