Introduction to Emperor Qianlong: Imperial Sculpture Group - Emperor Qianlong, Aisin Gioro Hongli (1711-1799), was the fourth son of Emperor Yongzheng and the sixth emperor of the Qing Dynasty. Qianlong was his reign name . Hongli ascended the throne at the age of 25. After abdicating, he served as the Supreme Emperor for three years. He actually held the supreme power for more than 63 years. He was the emperor with the longest reign and the longest lifespan in Chinese history. During the reign of Qianlong, culture, economy, and handicrafts were all at their peak. He made important contributions to the development of the "Kangxi and Qianlong Dynasties" in the Qing Dynasty, and was indeed a promising king of his generation.