Private Viewing: #popcolours: The Aesthetics of Hues in Antiquities from the HKMoA Collection with Collector Anthony Cheung Kee Wee (Conducted in Cantonese)

Date :
Thursday, 19 May 2022
Time :
10:30 - 12:30
Venue :
Hong Kong Museum of Art, 10 Salisbury Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui
Cost :
$150 Member, $250 Non-member; Free for student with valid ID
Limit :
20
Enquiries :
Yvonne Choi at [email protected] or 9132-1669
Note :
Attendees are required by the HKMoA, except those exempted, to scan the "LeaveHomeSafe" QR code and comply with the requirement of the Vaccine Pass.

The HKU Museum Society is delighted to be extended a private viewing of #popcolours: The Aesthetics of Hues in Antiquities from the HKMoA Collection with Collector Mr. Anthony Cheung Kee Wee and Assistant Curator of Chinese Antiquities Hilda Mak.  They will take us on a fascinating journey exploring the colourful world of ancient artefacts and exquisite craftsmanship.

“Once used as daily wares, artefacts often feature colours and patterns comparable in style and beauty to the modern designs of today.  Besides reflecting the personal taste of their owner, the designs of artefacts could also be influenced by religious beliefs, rules and etiquette, shaping the aesthetic trend of the times. In ancient China, a scheme of “five prime colours”, was commonly adopted, consisting of blue, red, yellow, white and black, which featured prominently in everyday life.”

More information about the exhibition can be found at:
https://www.lcsd.gov.hk/CE/Museum/Arts/en_US/web/ma/exhibitions-and-events/popcolours-the-aesthetics-of-hues-in-antiquities-from-the-hkmoa-collection.html

 

Baluster vase in Langyao glaze
Kangxi period (1662-1772), Qing dynasty
Ceramics
Donated by Mr. Cheung Kee Wee