How the Qianlong Emperor used art to define his imperial identity

Art, Artifice, and Identity—The World of the Qianlong Emperor · 35:50 · Video: The Met · Watch at the source

In short: Step inside the Forbidden City to discover the lavish lifestyle of China's most extravagant monarch. This video explores how the Qianlong Emperor used art and court culture to project power during the Qing dynasty's peak.

The video examines the world of the Qianlong Emperor, who ruled China from 1736 to 1795. As the leader of the Qing dynasty during its most prosperous era, he utilized extravagant art and courtly traditions to cement his identity. The presentation concludes with an exploration of the intricate relationship between Chinese poetry and calligraphy within the imperial court.

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