大英博物館さんのインスタグラム動画 - (大英博物館Instagram)「Once so poor he had to beg for land to bury his parents, by the age of 40 the Hongwu Emperor ruled China as the founder of the Ming Dynasty (1368–1644). He was born #OnThisDay in 1328. Born Zhu Yuanzhang, the future emperor was orphaned at 16 and became a monk to avoid starvation. Rather than following a monastic life, he joined a rebel force and rose through the ranks to become a military leader ⚔ The previous rulers, the Mongols, had generally been ineffective towards the end of their Yuan dynasty (1279–1368). Peasant unrest was compounded by droughts and famines, and there were many rebellions against the alien ruling power. Zhu Yuanzhang emerged victorious among the various warring factions, declared himself emperor of the new Ming (literally ‘brilliant’) dynasty, and took the regnal name Hongwu, which means ‘vast military accomplishment’ 👑 The Ming became one of the more stable and longer-lasting dynasties of Chinese history, famed for its exquisite blue-and-white porcelain. During the Ming dynasty technology and artistry flourished, creating works of such delicacy and intricacy that they are still treasured today 🏺 📽Join Curator Jessica Harrison-Hall as she explores how the Ming dynasty was able to reach new heights of porcelain perfection – link in bio. 🏛 To feast your eyes on more beautiful Chinese ceramics, head to Room 95 of the Museum – housing the Sir Percival David Collection. #BritishMuseum #ChineseArt #Ming」10月21日 20時00分