3.2K views · 83 reactions | A true renaissance man, Emperor Qianlong was renowned for his passion for art, assembling some of the largest collections of the time. These exquisite works forged a relationship between the emperor and history and extended his presence into the future. Experience these revered objects in "Mirroring China’s Past: Emperors and Their Bronzes.” Supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies and Bank of China. | The Art Institute of Chicago | Facebook

204K views · 743 reactions | A masterpiece of Qing dynasty art, this late portrait of the Qianlong Emperor is emblematic of how China’s imperial past continues to enthrall modern Western audiences. Celebrating art’s unique power to promote understanding and progress across cultures, Sotheby’s and Citi Private Bank are partnering to present 5 episodes of Most Famous Artworks: https://bit.ly/2JeA2VY | Sotheby's | Facebook