POLY MGM MUSEUM
L2, MGM MACAU
Opening Hours
* Last admission is 30 minutes before closing.
11:00 - 19:00
Monday to Friday
10:00 - 19:00
Saturday and Sunday
10:00 - 20:00
Public Holidays
Free admission
Exhibition Highlights
Dragonfly-Eye Liuli Bead
Warring States Period
Collection of the National Museum of China
This Warring States period "dragonfly-eye" liuli bead features a white base decorated with multicolored concentric circles, frequently worn as part of a necklace or waist ornament in ancient times. This type of bead is believed to have originally been an import from Central or West Asia, which, after being introduced to China through trade, gradually evolved to incorporate distinctive local features. Similar beads are widely found across China, Southeast Asia, West Asia, and the eastern Mediterranean, offering valuable insights into the development of early glassmaking and cultural exchanges across these regions.
Liuli Phoenix Crown
Contemporary
Sun Qiye, Zou Yuxi, Chen Yuqiang
Ancient phoenix crowns relied on gold, silver, kingfisher feathers, and natural gemstones for their splendor. Pushing the boundaries of liuli craftsmanship, the artist replaces these precious materials entirely with lampworked liuli. Composed of 4,800 handcrafted liuli beads and nearly 5,000 lampworked components, the piece was brought to life through repeated high-temperature firings and delicate assembly. Within its intricate details, this crown not only demonstrates consummate craftsmanship, but also carries the deep cultural heritage of traditional Chinese ceremonial attire, a landmark achievement in contemporary lampworked liuli.
White-Ground Overlay Ruby-Red Glass Vase with Lotus Scrolls
Qing dynasty
Collection of the National Museum of China
This vase was created using the overlay glass carving technique, a defining craft of Qing imperial glassware. The opaque white glass body is overlaid with a layer of rich ruby-red glass, which is then carved to create decorative reliefs. The neck and body are densely ornamented with scrolling lotus vines, their stems flowing continuously across the surface in graceful lines. Interspersed among the lotus scrolls are motifs of bats and chimes, forming the rebus fu qing, or "blessings and joy," and expressing wishes for abundant happiness and lasting prosperity.
Flourishing Blossoms
Contemporary
Wang Jingyao
Created by an emerging artist, this piece takes inspiration from Quanzhou’s zanhua (flower-headdress) custom, a national intangible cultural heritage from Fujian Province. In this long-standing tradition, local women wear elaborate floral headpieces overflowing with vibrant blossoms, celebrating a lively and spirited folk culture. Masterfully employing Zibo lampworking techniques, the artist shapes molten glass under high heat into an array of delicate peonies, lilies, and chrysanthemums. This work transforms that vibrant, flourishing vitality into an everlasting spring, reflecting a deep aspiration for a beautiful life.
Chicken-Fat Yellow Chime Bells
Contemporary
Sun Yunyi
Inspired by the bianzhong, the ancient Chinese chime bell, this piece is crafted from a single seamless body of "chicken-fat yellow" liuli using a centuries-old technique once lost to history. Masterfully integrating Zibo liuli with the cultural legacy of Chinese ritual music, this work carries a rich imperial yellow hue that embodies the perennial history of Chinese civilization, bridging the past and present.
Greenpersi & Cherrywrap
2000
Dale Chihuly
Collection of POLY MGM MUSEUM
Dale Chihuly’s Persians series is a tribute to form, texture, and the interplay of light and color. Originally designed for pedestal display, its expressive structures gradually evolved into dynamic wall installations, suspended ceiling compositions, and dramatic chandeliers or towering sculptural forms. For Chihuly, the series evokes a sense of ancient history, conjuring cultural imagery of Venice, the Near East, and the Far East.
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