Emperor Qianlong’s "Ceremonial Armor" Hidden Gem! 🏛️🐉

Why This Artifact Stuns ✨ East Meets West: This 1758 yellow silk battle robe (lined with hidden metal plates) was worn by China’s Emperor Qianlong for military parades—and painted by Italian Jesuit artist Giuseppe Castiglione! 🎨 Cultural Hybrid: Blends Manchu nomadic traditions (golden silk = imperial exclusivity) with ancient Chinese armor techniques. Rare Survival: One of few Qing dynasty ceremonial armors outside China! Fun Fact: The same outfit appears in Castiglione’s "Qianlong Emperor on Horseback" (1758)—compare the dragon motifs! 🐲 How to Find It 🗺️ ✔ Ticket Hack: €17 covers both Napoleon’s Tomb & Army Museum (don’t double-book like I did 😅). ✔ Location: Head to Gallery J (Oriental Exhibits)—it’s near the Asian weapons collection. ✔ Pro Tip: Grab the free map with room numbers at entry. Nearby Must-Sees ⚔️ Napoleon’s Red Porphyry Tomb (under the golden dome) WWII Resistance Gallery with de Gaulle’s uniform #ParisHiddenHistory #QianlongInParis #WarriorThreads