National Palace Museum in Taiwan Launches Second Season of “National Treasure Focus”
The National Palace Museum in Taiwan has announced the launch of the second season of “National Treasure Focus” and other treasures at its northern campus. The museum invites the public to appreciate the elegance of calligraphy and painting while enjoying the beautiful spring weather in April.
The exhibition features a variety of artworks, including the national treasure “Song, Li and Tang Dynasties Sunburning Ai” which depicts a doctor using burning moxa sticks to treat patients. The painting captures the expressions and movements of the characters in a humorous and exaggerated manner, making it a masterpiece of Southern Song Dynasty genre painting.
In addition to the national treasure focus, the museum is also showcasing works such as “Singing and Ink Dance – National Palace Museum Painting Guide”, “Giant Masterpieces”, and “Brush and Ink See True Seals – National Palace Museum Calligraphy Guide”. These displays aim to showcase the beauty and diversity of Chinese art and culture throughout the ages.
Furthermore, the exhibition also features seal rubbings from prominent figures in Chinese history, such as Wang Zhuangwei of the Republic of China and Fang Jiekan. These seal-engraved seals include zodiac seals, official seals, private seals, and collection seals, offering visitors a glimpse into the art of seal cutting and calligraphy.
Curator Wu Songfen, assistant researcher of the Painting and Calligraphy Department at the National Palace Museum, highlighted the importance of seal cutting as an art form with a long and rich history. From the ancient seals of the pre-Qin Dynasty to the modern-day Republic of China, the exhibition showcases the evolution of seal cutting techniques and styles throughout the ages.
The National Palace Museum invites the public to explore the wonders of Chinese art and culture at the second season of “National Treasure Focus” and other treasures exhibition. The museum is open to visitors looking to immerse themselves in the beauty and history of Chinese art.
Editor in charge: Lin Yan
Date: April 17, 2024
Source: The Epoch Times