We spent considerable time viewing the sculpture on display at the Shanghai Museum, especially two colored ceramic works from the Tang Dynasty (618 – 907AD).
Equestrian, Tang Dynasty
Lady, Tang Dynasty
We strolled through the Furniture display, and, while it was interesting, it didn’t really appeal to us, but it did clarify for us that we both like Ming better than Qing Dynasty furniture.
The display on the Minority Peoples of China fascinated us. A huge dotted map of China named and located fifty-five groups.
Woman’s outfit embroidered with the “bird and flower” motif, Tujia, Songtao, Guizhou, first half of the 20th C
Hand-braided bamboo hat lined with gauze, Tibetan, Gansu, Qing Dynasty, 1644-1911
We ambled into the Calligraphy Exhibit expecting to see – to us who have no understanding of this great art – many look-alike scrolls. The calligraphy displayed surpassed our expectations.
If we hadn’t been in Shanghai for nine days, we might have skipped what turned out to be – for us — a very good museum. We stood in line for 15 minutes under a very hot sun waiting to get in. Free? Good news! Yet, the real good news is how much we appreciated the fine exhibits.
September 2013
Hi Beth and Joe,The works of art you captured are beautiful and diverse. Love your choices.This museum is a gem and the atrium picture is remarkable! Keep well.
Many thanks; we’re glad you liked it.
In Kunming they have a theme park of sorts dedicated to all those different minority groups. The diversity is incredible! I hope some of it continues as real life and not just part of a theme park. Glad you enjoyed the museum!