Chinese Imperial Jades
May 1 - Jun 29Chinese Gallery, The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge
A special display of exceptional pieces of Qing imperial jade from the Museum’s collection, carved during the reign of Emperor Qianlong (r.1736-96). Some of the pieces bear poems composed by the Emperor himself, emphasising the important status of jade in Chinese art and culture.
FREE Admission.
Further information: www.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk
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