January 21, 2025
Tag: Qianlong Chinese Emperor
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Qianlong’s Marble Boat That Doesn’t Float
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Remembered by those who have visited as the Marble Boat and known by the Chinese as the Boat of Purity and Ease, is not marble and it is not a boat. This remarkable structure is a two-story pavilion made of wood that stands at the edge of Lake Kunming – part of the area known…
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July 13, 2023 3 Comments
Some English language novels are among the most read books in the world, and among those many were written by Charles Dickens. The publishing giant, Tuck, made more than 100 postcards based on Dickens stories and today they are highly collectible. This checklist should help if you want to join in the hunt for some really special cards.