A new exhibition at the Museum of Art Pudong in Shanghai presents the prolific career of Pablo Picasso (1881-1973) through the lens of British fashion designer Paul Smith.
A new exhibition at the Shanghai Museum brings to the limelight the iconic Chinese qipao (cheongsam), featuring pop singer Jeff Chang's collection and donated garments from socialite Chiang Shih-yun (1912-2016), also known as Aileen Pei.
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The capital of numerous dynasties, the metropolis tells of imperial power and brings insight into the lives of ancient people, Wang Ru reports in Luoyang, Henan.
The ancient city of Dongjing, the capital of the Northern Song Dynasty (960-1127), continues to resonate with modern-day people. Not only does it remain buried 8 to 10 meters beneath present-day Kaifeng, Henan province, but its influence is also evident in the designs of the city's contemporary tourist attractions.
In addition to Luoyang and Kaifeng, other cities of Henan province, such as the former ancient capitals, Zhengzhou and Anyang, also stand as guardians of China's rich heritage. Together, they invite visitors to transcend time and space and explore Chinese civilization. These sites are not just historical treasures but also symbols of an enduring cultural legacy, echoing the wisdom and grandeur of China's past.
One would be lucky to study under the instruction of a reputed artist, let alone several.
Thangka is often described as a painterly encyclopedia of Tibetan culture. Using vivid pigments derived from natural materials, it forms a portable mural that embodies history, culture, wisdom and belief.
The forum "Understanding Chinese Culture through Cultural Relics and Art Collections" and its accompanying art exhibition successfully concluded earlier this month.
At Beijing's Zhongguancun National Innovation Demonstration Zone Exhibition Center, discussions about artificial intelligence (AI) moved in an unusual direction. Instead of the familiar focus on speed and scale, attention turned to a more basic question: how AI relates to human subjectivity.
By gently tapping conference badges embedded with near-field communication (NFC) chips, participants exchanged contact information within seconds. Technology enthusiasts shared ideas with exhibitors and volunteers, while others listened attentively to speakers in packed meeting rooms. Together, these small moments captured the atmosphere of an event shaped as much by human connection as by technology.