Curator’s Talk: Strolling Together in the World of Chinese Art

Join three expert art historians in unraveling China Institute Gallery’s anniversary exhibition, China Institute Gallery at 60, 1966–2026: Selections from Three Millennia of Chinese Art. Bringing decades of collective expertise, the speakers will recount the multifaceted stories and messages embedded within these works. They will unpack their ancient history, whether as objects of private scholarly treasures or as public assertions of dynastic power, while also remarking on their modern history in the Gallery’s 122 past exhibitions over the past 60 years.

The presentations will span a wide variety of media, featuring classical paintings and ceramics alongside garden rocks, jades, and other small objects that recreate the complete sensory tapestry of Chinese cultural life.

Through three keynotes and a panel discussion, the cherished tradition of scholarly dialogue will be revived. We invite you to stroll alongside our curators, to observe, admire, and contemplate these works in intimate detail.