Qing Dynasty Boxer Rebellion Memorial Silver Plaque

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Qing Dynasty silver memorial of the Boxer Rebellion. Chinese Qing Dynasty (1644-1911) 1st decade of the 20th century, figural group of a soldier who may be Chinese in modern uniform of the day with a boater hat rifle, and bayonet. The ornate jacket is inscribed with Chinese characters., the soldier is standing with the dragons of the four Seas at his feet. The figures are mounted on a quartz rock on a Beijing brick of fired grey clay. The whole set on a silver plaque outlined in a fret key pattern., the underside of the plaque is inscribed in Russian the text is very historical and contains dates in 1900 1901 and 1902. It describes military events of the Manchurian war between the Russian and Chinese which involved china's capital Peking (now Beijing) the text also contains information on the dates places and circumstances of people who were injured or killed. The text is incomplete and appears to be a part transcript of a Russian report., Chinese silver mark to the base, height 19 cm width 21 cm Depth 14 cm

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Greek Key Pattern - The Greek key pattern is a decorative design that consists of continuous interlocking vertical and right-angled lines that form a repeating motif. It is also known as "Meander" or "Greek fret." The pattern is thought to have originated in ancient Greece, where it was used in various decorative arts, such as pottery, metalwork, and architectural elements. The Greek key design is widely used in a variety of contexts, including classical architecture, decorative arts, furniture, interior design and textiles. The pattern is considered timeless and classic, and its geometric simplicity makes it a popular choice for designers in many different fields.
Qing Dynasty - The Qing Dynasty was the last imperial dynasty of China, ruling from 1644 to 1912. It was established by the Manchu people, who originated from the northeastern region of China. The Qing Dynasty was preceded by the Ming Dynasty and followed by the Republic of China.
Ming Dynasty - The Ming Dynasty was a ruling dynasty of China from 1368 to 1644. It succeeded the Yuan Dynasty and preceded the Qing Dynasty. The Ming Dynasty was established by Zhu Yuanzhang, a former Buddhist monk who became a rebel leader and eventually overthrew the Mongol Yuan Dynasty. During the Ming Dynasty, China experienced a period of relative stability and prosperity. The government was centralized and bureaucratic, with the emperor at the top of the hierarchy. The Ming Dynasty is known for its cultural achievements, including the development of porcelain, the invention of movable type printing, and the construction of the Great Wall of China.

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