2017 Spring Special Exhibition Bliss of the Ancient Orient Saturday, March 18 to Sunday, June 18, 2017 China and Western Regions Galleries in the South Wing 52+1 tales borne from artworks West Asian Treasure Boat with Sacred Trees 52+1 tales borne from artworks Perso-Egyptian Amulet
The legacy of humanity can be found in the footprints of ancient civilizations, which have transcended natural cycles and crystallized the pursuit of eternal bliss. Our ancestors have longed for an earthly paradise, though they undoubtedly had their fears and anxieties and turned to prayers and artistic endeavors not unlike today.
West Asian Treasure Boat with Sacred Trees Islamic Tree of Love
Heavenly rooster Heavenly musicians Harvisptokhm, Tree of All Seeds Islamic Tree of Love
Ancient Persian Paradise Vourukasha, the Sacred Sea
New Year’s Sun Worship Pendant Bliss of the Orient presents 52+1 works (66 pieces) from Egypt, West Asia, to China. Introducing the culture of the ancient Orient and its achievements, this exhibition traces unchanging concepts of paradise, which transcend region, time, race, and religion, and breathe life into people’s hearts.


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