Artworks by royal figures around the world
Updated: 2014-04-08 14:47
(Chinadaily.com.cn)
Painting by Ci Xi, the Empress Dowager of the Chinese Qing Dynasty. It is said most of the paintings sealed with her name were not actually by her. She loved painting and calligraphy, and used to reward her officials with paintings as a display of favor and to win people’s support. [Photo/Xinhua] |