Join us for Teo Live – touring exhibitions online event on 15 May 2025
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Exhibition Introduction
Chaozhou woodcarving represents a renowned school of Chinese folk woodcarving, widely popular in eastern Guangdong – historically under the jurisdiction of Chaozhou Prefecture, including Chaozhou, Chao’an, Raoping, Shantou, Chenghai, Chaoyang, Jieyang, Puning and Huilai. In 2006, it was officially listed among the First Batch of China’s National Intangible Cultural Heritages, becoming a precious cultural treasure of the Chinese nation.
This exhibition showcases the unique artistic value and profound cultural heritage of Chaozhou woodcarving, providing an in-depth interpretation of Chaozhou woodcarving through multiple dimensions: historical origins, craftsmanship techniques, functional applications, artistic characteristics, creative themes, and the cultural map of Chaoshan region reflected in the woodcarvings. This comprehensive showcase guides visitors to appreciate the distinctive customs and humanistic spirit of Chaoshan culture.
About Guangdong Museum
Located in Guangzhou – the core city of Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, Guangdong Museum was officially opened to the public on October 1, 1959 and is one of the first batch of national first-class museums in China and an important cultural tourism landmark in the Greater Bay Area.
Guangdong Museum has a large collection of Lingnan cultural relics encompassing history, art, revolutionary object, nature and many other types.The total number of existing collections is more than 320,000 pieces (sets), including over 53,000 pieces (sets) of natural specimens and fossils. Among them, the quantity and quality of ancient calligraphy and painting as well as ceramics rank among the top of the museums in China. The collection of featured cultural relics such as export artworks maritime archaeological objects, overseas Chinese cultural relics, Chaozhou woodcarving and Duan inkstone are second to none in China.
Guangdong Museum is committed to the development concepts of “Safe, Beautiful, Academic, High-quality and Innovative”, strives to build up Guangdong province’s cultural strength and continuously promotes the construction of a world-class museum with Chinese characteristics so as to better tell the world the story of Guangdong, the story of the Greater Bay Area and the story of China.
Temperature & Humidity
Sealed showcases with constant temperature and humidity are required. The temperature shall be 20°C±2°C, and the humidity 65%±2%.
Packing & Transport
Select reputable professional packing/transport companies with proven expertise.
Follow standardized procedures for packing and handling.
For humidity/temperature-sensitive artifacts, implement micro-environmental control (e.g., conditioned packing crates) during transit.
Installation
Conservation staff must supervise on-site lighting, temperature, and humidity monitoring during installation.
Adjust exhibition conditions in real-time to meet preservation standards.
Chaozhou, Woodcarving, National Intangible Cultural Heritages, Techniques, Craftsmanship, Art
The exhibition is structured into five thematic sections:
1. Historical Origins
2. Craftmanship Techniques
3. Functional Applications
4. Artistic characteristics
5. Creative Themes
Featuring over 120 exquisite woodcarvings enriched with multimedia displays, the exhibition offers visitors a comprehensive immersion into the artistic brilliance and cultural depth of this traditional craft.
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