Palace of the Calm of the Sea and the Water Clock, Garden of Yuan Ming Yuan, Peking, 1783-86

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The "Palace of the Calm of the Sea and the Water Clock, Garden of Yuan Ming Yuan, Peking, 1783-86" is a notable work by Giuseppe Castiglione, an Italian Jesuit brother, missionary, and artist who served in the court of the Qianlong Emperor in China during the 18th century. Castiglione, known in China as Lang Shining (郎世宁), blended Western and Eastern artistic traditions to create a unique style that was highly appreciated by the Chinese imperial court.

This work depicts a scene from the Old Summer Palace, also known as Yuanming Yuan, which was an extensive imperial garden and palace complex located in the northwest of Beijing. The Old Summer Palace was known for its grandeur and beauty, incorporating various landscaping styles, including traditional Chinese gardens and European architectural elements, many of which were designed or influenced by Castiglione himself.

Created between 1783 and 1786, the painting showcases the Palace of the Calm of the Sea (Haiyan Tang), which was one of the many structures within Yuanming Yuan. The palace was named for its tranquil setting by the water, and it was accompanied by an intricate water clock, reflecting the Qianlong Emperor's interest in mechanics and timekeeping devices, as well as his taste for integrating functional elements with aesthetic ones.

Castiglione's painting is significant not only for its artistic value but also for its historical importance. It serves as a visual record of the architectural and cultural splendor of the Old Summer Palace before its destruction during the Second Opium War in 1860 by Anglo-French forces. The artwork is a testament to the cross-cultural exchange between China and the West during the Qing Dynasty and exemplifies the harmonious fusion of Renaissance realism with traditional Chinese painting techniques.

Today, the painting is an important cultural relic, providing insight into the opulence of the Qing Dynasty's imperial gardens and the artistic legacy of Giuseppe Castiglione. It stands as a poignant reminder of the lost grandeur of Yuanming Yuan and the artistic achievements of the period.

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