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Year-ender: 10 fascinating cultural exhibitions in 2021

chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2022-01-12 14:40

A poster of the exhibition Figure Paintings from Across the Ages in the Palace Museum Collection (Phase I). [Photo/dpm.org.cn]

8. Figure Paintings from Across the Ages in the Palace Museum Collection

The Palace Museum launched two phases of the exhibition Figure Paintings from Across the Ages in the Palace Museum Collection in 2021, one was Paragons of the Nation, and the other was The Elegant Retreat.

The first phase displayed 55 precious works (or sets) with artistic and historical value showcased based on the identities of the figures and by period. It was divided into three units, namely figures of 16 outstanding emperors, figures of 19 important ministers, and figures of 23 outstanding women in previous dynasties. Featured figures include Qing Emperor Kangxi (1662–1722), general Yue Fei (1103–1142) and Wang Zhaojun (54–19 BC), one of China's four beauties.

Part of a painting of the exhibition displayed at the Palace Museum in 2021. [Photo/dpm.org.cn]

Seventy-six paintings were displayed at the second phase, focusing on the figure paintings of hermits in ancient times.

In appraising figure paintings, the artistic achievement was emphasized and the underlying historical and culture value explored.

The exhibition can be viewed on the official website of the Palace Museum.

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