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Two Dragons in Clouds
Kanō Hōgai
A dynamic and powerful ink-on-paper study of two mythical dragons emerging from atmospheric clouds.
Old World Portraits
Portrait of the Qianlong Emperor in Court Dress
Giuseppe Castiglione
A majestic and detailed formal portrait of the Qianlong Emperor in full ceremonial court attire.
Coastal Classics
A War Junk
Unknown Artist
An evocative maritime scene capturing the majestic presence of a Chinese war junk amidst the drama of the open sea.
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.
Ornamental & Decorative
Paulownias and Chrysanthemums
Sakai Hōitsu
An elegant Rinpa-style screen painting featuring blooming chrysanthemums and a paulownia tree against a shimmering gold ground.
Curated selection
Imperial Portrait of a Prince
Unknown Artist
This stately Qing-dynasty style portrait captures a prince in elaborate imperial robes against a dramatic dragon backdrop.
silk
Imperial Procession at the Forbidden City (Universal Homage)
Unknown Artist
This magnificent mid-18th-century court painting captures the grand spectacle of foreign dignitaries arriving at the Forbidden City.
Contains disturbing content
Coastal Classics
The Battle of Port Arthur
Kasai Torajirō
A vivid and historical naval scene capturing the intense firepower and atmospheric drama of early 20th-century maritime warfare.
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