A Moving Masterpiece (Song Dynasty As Living Art)

The original Qing Ming Shang He Tu painting showcased the best of life in the Song Dynasty - one of the golden ages of China. For the international debut of the exhibition, the organisers will enrich the visitors’ experience through the creation of a unique pre-show and post-show hall that will have educational and interactive elements.

Pre-Show Hall

• An immersive experience of the Song Dynasty and the elements that make it a vibrant capital city

• Learn about the achievements of this ancient Global City, its innovations and their relevance today

• Explore the urban lifestyle of the Song citizen – from festivals and celebrations, to recreation and leisure activities

Main Hall

• Visitors will see an impressive 128m x 6.5m panorama of the Song dynasty as a living art

• The amazing animation of 1,068 characters going about their daily life inside the Qing Ming Shang He Tu

• The digital painting with a stunning transformation from day to night will engage audiences with rich story lines

• A live soundtrack will bring the painting truly to life

Originally painted on a 5.28 metre-long scroll by Chinese imperial court artist Z hang Ze Duan, this epic Song Dynasty painting gives us an in-depth view of the lifestyle and society in the capital of Bianjing (now known as Kaifeng) during the 12th century.

“Qing Ming Shang He Tu” stands out from the many customary Chinese paintings due to its panoramic capture of the richness of society, from the poor to the wealthy. A classic depiction of a Northern Song era painting, it is famous for its aesthetics and accurate geometric depiction of both natural and man-made elements. As they say, a picture paints a thousand words, and this painting is a valuable lesson in history – giving us a glimpse into the economic, cultural, customary and daily life of the Northern Song Dynasty.

(From A Moving Masterpiece)

Hong Qiao (虹橋) is found in the middle section of the painting and represents the climax with its crowded market scene.

Post-Show Hall

• Visitors will be in a marketplace where they will have the opportunity to sample food and beverages reminiscent of that era

• A variety of limited edition event merchandise will be available for purchase as keepsakes or gifts for family and friends

• Special themed settings will also be created for visitors’ photo-taking

7 Dec 2011 - 6 Feb 2012

12pm - 9pm Monday - Friday

9am - 9pm Saturday - Sunday & Public Holidays

The hall closes at 10pm


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