Yuen Ming Yuen Collection

The emperor's eldest son smoking a tobacco pipe with his wife playing the pipa
FLO4590172 The emperor's eldest son smoking a tobacco pipe with his wife playing the pipa and her attendant in the gardens of the Old Summer Palace, Yuanming Yuan

Peristyle of a courtroom in the Imperial Palace at Yuen-Ming-Yuen, near Beijing, China
FLO4722482 Peristyle of a courtroom in the Imperial Palace at Yuen-Ming-Yuen, near Beijing, China. From Samuel Holmes (18th-19th century) Journal of a Voyage to China and Tartary

Old Summer Palace of Yuen Ming Yuen (Yuanming Yuan), Haidian, Peking, Qing Dynasty
FLO4590125 Old Summer Palace of Yuen Ming Yuen (Yuanming Yuan), Haidian, Peking, Qing Dynasty. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Freschi after Antoine Cardon

Pavilion at Yuen-ming-Yuen (engraving)
3629385 Pavilion at Yuen-ming-Yuen (engraving) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Pavilion at Yuen-ming-Yuen)

Gardens of Yuan Ming Yuan, Peking, 1783-86 (engraving) (b / w photo)
STC173897 Gardens of Yuan Ming Yuan, Peking, 1783-86 (engraving) (b/w photo) by Lang Shining (Castiglione, Giuseppe) (1668-1766) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Peristyle of a courtroom in the Imperial Palace at Yuen-Ming-Yuen, near Beijing, China. From Samuel Holmes Journal of a Voyage to China and Tartary, 1798

Palace of the Calm of the Sea and the Water Clock, Garden of Yuan Ming Yuan, Peking
STC173898 Palace of the Calm of the Sea and the Water Clock, Garden of Yuan Ming Yuan, Peking, 1783-86 (engraving) (see also 173899) by Lang Shining (Castiglione)

Colonnade or peristyle of Yuanmingyuan pavilion, Peking. Handcoloured copperplate engraving by Andrea Bernieri from Giulio Ferrrarios Costumes Antique and Modern of All Peoples

The European Palace at Yuen-Ming-Yuan, illustration from
STC232911 The European Palace at Yuen-Ming-Yuan, illustration from Le Costume Ancien et Moderne by Giulio Ferrario, published c.1820s-30s (coloured engraving) by Zancon

East side of the Palace of the Calm of the Sea, Gardens of Yuan Ming Yuan, Peking
STC173899 East side of the Palace of the Calm of the Sea, Gardens of Yuan Ming Yuan, Peking, 1783-86 (engraving) (see also 173898) by Lang Shining (Castiglione)

Great Imperial Palace Yuen-Ming-Yuen Burning
The Great Imperial Palace, Yuen-Ming-Yuen, before the Burning, Peking; Felice Beato (English, born Italy, 1832 - 1909), Henry Hering (British, 1814 - 1893); Pekin, China; October 18

Great Imperial Porcelain Palace Yuen-Ming-Yuen
The Great Imperial Porcelain Palace, Yuen-Ming-Yuen, Peking; Felice Beato (English, born Italy, 1832 - 1909), Henry Hering (British, 1814 - 1893); Pekin, China; negative October 18

View Summer Palace Yuen-Ming-Yuen showing Pagoda
View of the Summer Palace, Yuen-Ming-Yuen, showing the Pagoda before the Burning; Felice Beato (English, born Italy, 1832 - 1909), Henry Hering (British, 1814 - 1893); Pekin

Pagoda up Hill - Summer Palace Yuen-Ming-Yuen
Pagoda up in the Hill, - Summer Palace, Yuen-Ming-Yuen, Peking; Felice Beato (English, born Italy, 1832 - 1909), Henry Hering (British, 1814 - 1893); Pekin, China; October 18

Imperial Summer Palace burning Yuen-Ming-Yuen
Imperial Summer Palace, before the burning, Yuen-Ming-Yuen, Peking; Felice Beato (English, born Italy, 1832 - 1909), Henry Hering (British, 1814 - 1893); Pekin, China; 1860; Albumen silver print

Grand Imperial Porcelain Palace Yuen-Ming-Yuen
The Grand Imperial Porcelain Palace, Yuen-Ming-Yuen, Pekin; Felice Beato (English, born Italy, 1832 - 1909); October 18, 1860; Albumen silver print

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Yuen Ming Yuen, also known as the Old Summer Palace, was a magnificent imperial complex located in Peking (now Beijing), China. This enchanting place consisted of stunning gardens, pavilions, and palaces that showcased the grandeur of Chinese architecture. One notable feature was the Pavilion at Yuen-ming-Yuen. Its intricate design and exquisite engravings were a testament to the craftsmanship of ancient Chinese artisans. The Gardens of Yuan Ming Yuan were equally breathtaking, with their serene beauty captured in engravings and black-and-white photographs from 1783-86. The Peristyle of a courtroom in the Imperial Palace stood as an architectural marvel within Yuen Ming Yuen. Its majestic columns and elegant structure reflected the opulence that once resided here. Another remarkable sight was the Palace of Calm Sea and Water Clock, nestled within the garden. It exuded tranquility while showcasing advanced engineering techniques. A colonnade or peristyle adorned one of Yuenmingyuan's pavilions, adding grace to its already impressive facade. Meanwhile, European influences could be seen in The European Palace at Yuen-Ming-Yuan illustration—an intriguing blend of Eastern and Western styles. On another side lay the East side of the Palace of Calm Sea—a place where visitors could immerse themselves in nature's beauty while enjoying peaceful moments amidst this bustling cityscape. However, tragedy struck when Great Imperial Palace Yuen-Ming-Yuan fell victim to a devastating fire that engulfed its splendorous halls. Despite this heartbreaking event, remnants such as Great Imperial Porcelain Palace still remind us today about its former glory. The Summer Palace at Yuen-Ming-Yuan provided picturesque views with its pagoda standing tall on top of a hill—a symbol representing harmony between heaven and earth. Yet even this iconic landmark couldn't escape destruction during another tragic incident—the burning down of Imperial Summer Palace Yuen-Ming-Yuen.