Hong Kong Museum, Hong Kong

The Hong Kong Museum of Art (HKMoA) is one of the leading art museums in Hong Kong, dedicated to preserving and promoting both Chinese and international art.

Hong Kong Museum of Art: Hong Kong Museum Of Art, 10 Salisbury Rd, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Date Picture Taken: August, 2024

The museum underwent extensive renovations and reopened in 2019 with newly designed galleries and upgraded facilities. The renovations included enhanced exhibit spaces that showcase artworks more effectively and modern facilities such as interactive zones, making the museum experience more engaging.

HKMoA houses over 17,000 works of art, with a strong focus on Chinese art, including ancient ceramics, calligraphy, and paintings. The museum also showcases Hong Kong art, including modern and contemporary pieces, and international art, providing a diverse range of artistic expressions.

The museum’s current major exhibition is “Fragrance of Time — In Search of Chinese Art of Scent,” which explores the cultural significance of fragrance in ancient China through a display of historical objects, such as censers and sachets

The exhibition “Boundless Universe: Calligraphy by Jat See-yeu” at the Hong Kong Museum of Art (HKMoA) is a significant showcase of the late Hong Kong calligraphist Jat See-yeu’s work.  This exhibition features 85 sets of calligraphy donated by Jat’s family, offering a comprehensive journey through his artistic career. The works displayed demonstrate Jat’s dedication to preserving the tradition of calligraphy while embracing innovative approaches.

The “Art of Gifting: The Fuyun Xuan Collection of Chinese Snuff Bottles” exhibition is currently running at the Hong Kong Museum of Art (HKMoA), starting from April 12, 2024. This exhibition features an extensive collection of 490 sets of Chinese snuff bottles from the renowned Fuyun Xuan Collection, donated by the family of Mr. Christopher Sin. It is one of the most comprehensive snuff bottle collections ever received by a museum in Hong Kong.

The exhibition delves into the intricate artistry and historical significance of these miniature treasures, showcasing their use not only as containers for snuff but also as symbols of craftsmanship and cultural exchange during the Qing dynasty. Visitors can explore different themes, such as material selection and decorative techniques, with exquisite pieces made from materials like jade, porcelain, lacquer, and glass.

The “Shopping in Canton: China Trade Art in the 18th and 19th Centuries” exhibition at the Hong Kong Museum of Art (HKMoA) explores the bustling trade scene in Canton (now Guangzhou) during its time as the center of foreign trade in China. This exhibition runs in phases and showcases a variety of artworks, such as paintings, fans, and trade-related items, depicting life in Canton’s markets and trade streets. The exhibition includes interactive animations that allow visitors to experience a window-shopping tour in historical Canton, designed by local animators.

The Wu Guanzhong Art Gallery at the Hong Kong Museum of Art (HKMoA) is a dedicated space showcasing the works of Wu Guanzhong, one of China’s most renowned modern artists. Wu was known for his pioneering efforts in bridging traditional Chinese ink painting with Western modern art techniques, creating a unique style that blended abstract forms with expressive landscapes.

The exhibition “Seeing Art Anew: Mounting and Conservation of Chinese Painting and Calligraphy” at the Hong Kong Museum of Art features the artwork of Lan Ying, a prominent Chinese landscape painter from the late Ming Dynasty. The exhibition, which began in March 2024, explores both the artistic beauty of ancient Chinese paintings and the meticulous conservation techniques used to preserve them.