Xi and first lady visit British royal collections' Chinese items

Updated: 2015-10-21 10:32

(chinadaily.com.cn)

Xi and first lady visit British royal collections' Chinese items

In 1896, Chinese diplomat Li Hongzhang visited British Queen Victoria at Osborne House. On behalf of Qing Dynasty Emperor Guangxu (1878 – 1901), Li presented this jade vase and lid engraved in gilt with pines and chrysanthemum symbolizing long life. [Photo/Royal Collection Trust]