Treasures – Meat-shaped Stone (Qing Dynasty)
It is neither an exquisite piece of art nor rare in terms of material or theme. But it is one of the best known “treasure” from the National Palace Museum in Taipei.
Tag: Carving
National Treasures – Ivory Butterfly-Shaped Container With Double-Bird Pattern (Neolithic – Hemudu)
This archaeological artefact was unearthed at Hemudu, Yuyao, which demonstrates the sacred primitive belief of Hemudu people.
Treasures – Jadeite Cabbage-shaped Flower Holder (Qing Dynasty)
The one that was left behind.
Treasures – Jadeite Cabbage with Katydids (Qing Dynasty)
While everyone is infatuated with the jadeite cabbage in National Palace Museum in Taipei, there’s one in Tianjin Museum thatContinue Reading
Treasures – Emperor Qianlong’s Three Connected Stone Seals (Qing Dynasty)
Emperor Qianlong’s Three Connected Stone Seals 三联印 are an exquisite set of imperial seals carved from a single, rare pieceContinue Reading
Treasures – Back Screen Images of Buddha (Southern Liang)
Buddhism, introduced from India, flourished in China during the Southern Liang due to imperial support.
Treasures – Tomb Beast Stone Bi Xie (Eastern Han)
The stone bixie, an imposing sculpture, reflects a fusion of foreign and Chinese artistry.
Treasures – Stele with Sculpture of Zhao Qingzu (Northern Qi Dynasty)
Religious contribution in the 6th century, yes, it is always about the money.
Treasures – Three Caves of Binyang (Northern Wei)
The real Indiana Jones story, where the artefacts are taken and sold overseas.
Treasures – Yangchun Malachite on Carved Wooden Stand (Modern)
Natural occurring malachite voted as one of the Top 10 treasures of Guangdong Museum.