A helmet and armor of similar construction to a Jack of Plates, China, Qing dynasty, ca. 1631-1670, housed at the Royal Armouries Oriental Gallery in Leeds.
A lovely Liuyedao, China, Qing Dynasty, ca. 19th century, from Czerny’s International Auction House.
Soldier of the Qing Dynasty’s Beiyang Army. 1912.jpg
“ New Army ” a new type of army that was trained by the Qing government after the Sino-Japanese War . The army’s unique feature is the complete use of Western-style military systems , training, and equipment. It is the last regular armed force in the Qing Dynasty.
A stunning Ceremonial Helmet, China, Qing Dynasty, ca. mid 18th century, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
A stunning Ceremonial Helmet, China, Qing Dynasty, ca. mid 18th century, housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.