Dragon
dal 17/1/2012 al 5/5/2012
Segnalato da
Art Gallery of New South Wales
17/1/2012
Dragon
Art Gallery of New South Wales, Sydney
This exhibition showcases artworks that carry the dragon motif, either from the Gallery's collection or on loan: bronzes, porcelains, textiles, paintings and calligraphy.
Evolved from a pre-historic totemic animal, the dragon has become a symbol of China to the world. Chinese people everywhere take pride in considering themselves descendants of this mythical creature.
Celebrating 2012 as the Year of the Dragon in the Chinese zodiac, this exhibition showcases artworks that carry the dragon motif, either from the Gallery’s collection or on loan.
Encompassing bronzes, porcelains, textiles, paintings and calligraphy, it examines the creature’s diverse meanings and manifestations in Chinese art, ritual and politics, while pieces from Japan and Chinese exportware demonstrate how the dragon has been adopted by cultures outside China.
Image: Detail of porcelain dish decorated in overglaze red enamel, unknown artist, Qing dynasty (1644-1911), China, gift of Mr JH Myrtle 1983
For further information:
Susanne Briggs
(02) 9225 1791 or 0412 268 320
Email: susanneb@ag.nsw.gov.au
Opening 18 January
Asian gallery
Art Gallery of New South Wales
Art Gallery Road
The Domain - Sydney
Open daily 10am-5pm Wed until 9pm
Admission free