An exhibition featuring 97 pieces (sets) of exported fans made in Canton (Guangzhou, Guangdong) during the 18th-19th centuries is on display at the Chengdu Museum. The exhibits, which come from the Guangzhou Museum, reflect the busy foreign trade activities in Guangzhou a few centuries ago.

 

Both Chinese and western cultural elements were frequently depicted in the paintings on Cantonese-made fans, such as beautiful images of Chinese and European gardens, views of Guangzhou, birds and flowers, as well as characters from Chinese and Western literature.

 

 

Theme: Canton Export Fans – A Chinese Fashion in the 18th-19th Centuries

Time: January 12- March 31, 2023

Tickets: Free

Address: Temporary Exhibition Hall, Chengdu Museum, Qingyang District, Chengdu

 

Source: Chengdu Museum

Edited by Chen Wanying