Southeast Asia Information Port News (www.dnyxxg.com) – The "Culture and Pattern: An Exhibition of Excellent Traditional Chinese Culture for Education" opened on October 31st at the Liaoning Provincial Museum. The exhibition features 144 sets of cultural relics, including ceramics and jade artifacts, 85% of which are being exhibited for the first time. It showcases the aesthetic evolution from the pre-Qin period to the Ming and Qing dynasties, as well as the cultural spirit embodied in the decorative patterns.
Kang Ning, Director of the Public Service Department of the Liaoning Provincial Museum, explained that this exhibition uses ancient artifacts as its medium, focusing on the decorative patterns of various objects. It follows the theme of the connotations and characteristics of decorative patterns from different periods, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the "tangible beauty" and "intangible principles" of the artifacts' patterns, thereby allowing excellent traditional Chinese culture and the spirit of Chinese aesthetics to permeate people's daily lives.
This exhibition comprises five sections: "The Illumination of the Origins of Pre-Qin Chinese Civilization," "The Emergence of a Unified and Prosperous Era through Patterns," "The Splendor of Patterns: Inclusiveness and Harmony," "The Elegance and Charm of Patterns," and "The Brilliance of Patterns: A Myriad of Meanings." Exhibits include artifacts such as the "Bronze Lei with Coiled Dragon and Kui Dragon Pattern," the "Tricolor Glazed Three-Legged Plate with Imprinted Decoration," and the "Cloisonné Enamel Gourd-Shaped Bottle with Melon and Vine Pattern."
At the exhibition, the "Machang Type Painted Pottery Pot with Wave Pattern" attracted considerable attention. The decorative patterns on this artifact are precisely divided according to the parts of the vessel, creating a well-organized hierarchy. The most striking feature is the decoration on the neck and belly, which uses flowing curves of varying thickness to depict water ripples, accurately simulating the movement of water. The lines are graceful and rhythmic, evoking the image of a flowing river. Since ancient people relied on gathering, fishing, and hunting for their main economic activities, water was the source of life. They used these shimmering water ripples to express their gratitude to nature and their reverence for life. This pottery pot is a precious physical testament to the painted pottery art of the Machang type and the ancient people's concept of nature worship.
According to reports, this is not just an exhibition, but a series of immersive cultural experiences. The exhibition will feature numerous interactive experiences, including tactile pottery shards, hands-on craft demonstrations, bronze mirror pattern rubbings, and fun jigsaw puzzles… allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the charm of excellent traditional Chinese culture.
Upon entering the introductory hall, visitors are presented with a "caisson ceiling" pattern inspired by typical artifacts from various dynasties, composed of intertwined vine patterns, floral patterns, geometric patterns, and mythical beast patterns. On the ceiling of the introductory hall, various ancient patterns bloom under the illumination of modern lighting; the floor is supplemented with dynamic projections, forming a flowing "river of patterns," where visitors interact with the artwork as they walk.
In the light and shadow area, a "secret realm" where light, shadow, and music intertwine is created through digital means. Visitors can appreciate symmetrical lotus flower patterns, vigorous dragon patterns, and lotus intertwined patterns symbolizing endless life. (End)
