Power and Glory: Court Arts of China's Ming Dynasty

Ming which means “bright” in Chinese was an appropriate name for a dynasty whose 276 years of rule were marked by stability, economic strength, and a dramatic flourishing of the arts. Imperially supervised workshops and kilns followed strict guidelines for the creation of goods for royal consumption. Power & Glory provides a rare opportunity to experience first-hand the majestic perfection of Ming dynasty artistic endeavors



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