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In the ancient time of China, glass was named "Liu Li"(Warring State Period 475-221BC) and since this time 2500 years ago, Chines have had the ability to make glass. But at that time of cause,they lacked the knowladge and technology that we now possess.For exaple,they would use natural pigments to color glass at that time.Many imperfection in the manufacture of glass persisted until the period of the Qing Emperor Qianlong,who was a great pertron of teh arts.During the period of QianLong ecomomic and technological development progressed rapidly and this time was reffered to as the "Period of QianLong Prosperity".many perfected and beautiful glass products were made during this period,QianLong Peking Glass became as famous as Lalique in France.Do the techniques of glass work developed during this period were preserved and many pieces of Peking Glass are readily classified as true and beautiful antiques.It also became firmly and proudly a part of Chinese cultural history.As such they are wonderful objects for collection,decoration and enjoyment. Such a find!Look at this nice Peking glass vase have nice gold color on it.The artist skillful carved Chinese dragons on it,very nice!As we know that the dragon was regarded as an auspicious and mythical animal, it sums up the features of various kinds of animals: the antlers of a deer, the head of a cow, the body of a snake, the scales of a fish and the claws of an eagle. It has beard beside its mouth and a pearl under the jaw. It can be small or big, dark or bright. It can cause rain and subdue the demons and ghosts.It regarded as an symbol of bravery, power and nobility. We see,these two dragons are playing the fire ball,looks very lifelike and vivid!We find a mark on the bottom is "Qian Long years ware", means the title of the emperor's reign in Qing Dynasty(1736-1795).Add it to your collection!
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