A statue of a farmer working with his ox is shown at an Ox-themed exhibition at the Capital Museum.[Chinadaily.com.cn/ by Feng Hui]

The other exhibition, “Good Luck in the Ox Year,” focused on folk art related to the animal. It was divided into four parts including how to play, and what to eat, sing and give as gifts during the lunar New Year.

"Tanghulu", a popular traditional winter snack, is displayed at an ox-themed exhibition at the Capital Museum.[Chinadaily.com.cn/ by Feng Hui]

Visitors were greeted by lanterns hung in rolls at the entrance, while figurines and props were arranged to reproduce scenes typical of the New Year and old Beijing homes.