Sharing Session—“Pith Painting: A Contemporary Inheritance”

Intangible Cultural Heritage Conversation Series—Sharing Session—“Pith Painting: A Contemporary Inheritance”

Intangible Cultural Heritage Conversation Series

To celebrate the exquisite traditional culture of China and in honor of Cultural and Natural Heritage Day on June 14, the POLY MGM MUSEUM is proud to present a series of events entitled "Intangible Cultural Heritage Conversation Series." From June to August 2025, three sharing sessions will be conducted, featuring esteemed national-level inheritors of intangible cultural heritage, distinguished scholars, and celebrated artists. These sharing sessions will offer an in-depth exploration of the historical significance and contemporary innovations inherent in traditional crafts, including Cloisonné, Guangcai porcelain, and Pith Painting. This series aspires to provide participants with a rare opportunity to immerse themselves in the captivating world of intangible cultural heritage through thematic presentations and engaging discussions.

Sharing Session—“Pith Painting: A Contemporary Inheritance”

As a significant form of China’s intangible cultural heritage, Pith Painting offers a distinctive historical record of Guangzhou’s export art during the 19th century. Ms. Zhang Jing will present a compelling comparative analysis between contemporary Pith Paintings and the collection from the POLY MGM MUSEUM, fostering a dynamic artistic dialogue across the centuries.

Guest speaker:
Zhang Jing, Restoration Technician of Qing Dynasty Pith Paintings, Deputy Director of the Guangzhou Pith Art Committee.