Royal treasure:
The Portrait of Emperor Qianlong Hunting a Bear is one of the artifacts being featured in the Secret Garden of Emperor Qianlong exhibition at the Museum of Art.
Royal treasure:
The Portrait of Emperor Qianlong Hunting a Bear is one of the artifacts being featured in the Secret Garden of Emperor Qianlong exhibition at the Museum of Art.
Emperor Qianlong expo opens
June 21, 2012
The Secret Garden of Emperor Qianlong exhibition will be held at the Museum of Art from tomorrow to October 14.
Featuring 93 relics selected from Beijing’s Palace Museum, the exhibition includes 19 items shown outside the Mainland for the first time, and 43 artifacts connected with Qianlong Garden.
Also known as Ningshougong Garden, it is located in the northeastern corner of the Forbidden City. It was created by Emperor Qianlong.
The exhibition includes paintings, calligraphy, furniture, and murals, helping to illustrate the cultural significance of the traditional Chinese royal garden, as well as the emperor’s philosophical thoughts and religious beliefs, and his pursuit of longevity.
Chief Executive Donald Tsang, Palace Museum Director Dr Shan Jixiang, and Secretary for Home Affairs Tsang Tak-sing officiated at today’s opening ceremony.
The museum is located in Tsim Sha Tsui. Admission is $20 on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Fridays to Sundays, and $10 on Wednesdays.
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