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Appreciating imperial art of Qing
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“TIMES of Prosperity — the Imperial Art of High Qing” exhibition is on display at Long Museum West Bund.
More than 260 pieces are showcased in 10 categories including paintings, calligraphy, rare books, silk tapestry, porcelain, jade and red sandalwood furniture.
The High Qing refers to the period of emperors Kangxi (1661-1722), Yongzheng (1723-1735) and Qianlong (1736-1795) of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911).
The exhibition is divided into four sections: the Great Philosopher; the Great Unification and Modern China; the Golden Age — Images and Craftworks of High Qing; and the Diversity of Art in the Forbidden City.
“We hope to recreate that golden age, to explore the spirit of 130 years of prosperity and to interpret the philosophy and art concepts behind it,” says Xie Xiaodong, the curator. “Through the exhibition visitors will be able to gain a new perspective into the connection between High Qing and modern China.”
Exhibit items include a blue-and-white porcelain vase with one million characters of shou, meaning longevity in Chinese. There’s also a red sandalwood throne carved with auspicious clouds, bats and dragons as well as a portrait of emperors Yongzheng and Qianlong by Giuseppe Castiglione. Castiglione (1688-1766) was an Italian missionary in China, where he became a painter at the imperial court of the Qianlong Emperor.
Date: Through November 18, 10am-6pm (closed on Mondays)
Venue: Long Museum West Bund
Address: 3398 Longteng Ave
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