AN auction of Chinese relics by Sotheby's of London triggered outrage among Chinese Internet users as an imperial seal belonging to Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) fetched 3.56 million pounds (US$5.91... ...full story at Shanghai Daily
from Shanghai Daily on Thu, Nov 05 2009
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YouTube video Qing Dynasty (1644-1911)
When the Qing Dynasty replaced the Ming Dynasty in 1644, it further strengthened administration over Tibet. In 1653 and 1713, the Qing emperors granted honorific titles to the 5th Dalai Lama and the 5th Bainqen Lama, henceforth... |
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Seal's sale raises anger in China » Shanghai Daily AN auction of Chinese relics held by Sotheby's of London yesterday triggered outrage among Chinese Internet users as an imperial seal belonging to Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty fetched 3.56 million pounds (US$5.91... |
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Another seal of Emperor Qianlong faces auction » People's Daily &$ &$The undated photo shows an imperial jade seal of famed Chinese Emperor Qianlong of the Qing Dynasty, which is reported to be auctioned by Sotheby's in London Wednesday, November 04, 2009. (chinanews.com Photo)&$&$ A priceless imperial jade seal... |
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