Qing dynasty vase with two handles painted under polychrome enamels. Qianlong seal mark. Height: 20.4cm. The Qianlong Emperor was the longest-reigning de facto ruler in the history of China, and dying at the age of 87, the longest-living. As a capable and cultured ruler inheriting a thriving empire, during his long reign the Qing Empire reached its most splendid and prosperous era. He had an insatiable appetite for collecting, and acquired much of China's "great private collections" by any means necessary, and "reintegrated their treasures into the imperial collection." The Qianlong Emperor's massive art collection became an intimate part of his life. in addition to pottery, ceramics and applied arts such as enameling, metal work and lacquer work, which flourished during his reign.

In good condition

8 x 5.5 in

1.08 lb