Celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the People's Republic of China and the 25th Anniversary of the Macau Special Administrative Region. Organized by the Macau Diocesan Performing Arts and Culture Association, co-organized by the Macau Arts and Crafts Association, and funded by Fundo Das Indústrias Culturais, “Kaleidoscope: Macau’s Canton Porcelain Exhibition” was held on November 30, 2024, at 4:00 PM at the CCCN Macau.
The event was graced by distinguished guests, including Mr. Zhang Zeyang from the Coordination Department of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the Macao Special Administrative Region; Mr. Chan Chak In, acting Head of the Education and Youth Development Bureau’s Division of Continuing Education; Mr. Chan Ka Io, member of the Executive Committee of the Cultural Industries Fund; Ms.Lou Ho Ian, Director of the Macao Museum; Mr. Wu Muhai, Vice President of the Macau Arts and Crafts Association, Ms. Wong Wai I, Vice President of the Macau Visual Arts Teachers Association, Ms. Fong Wai Ping, Artistic Director of the1 0 Fantasia - A Creative Industries Incubator, Mr. Leong Kam Chuen, Chairman of the Macau Diocesan Performing Arts and Culture Association, Mr. Liao Qihui, Director of Nam Kwong International Conference and Exhibition Co., Ltd., Ms. Agnes Wong, Director of the CCCN Macau, Mr. Lei Iat Po, a guardian of Macau Canton Porcelain, and representatives of the canton porcelain exhibitors, including Mr. Lam Bun, Mr. Mak Chi Keong, and Mr. Fong Hon Wai. Mr. Leong Kam Chuen presented commemorative gifts to the honored guests.
The exhibition showcased a total of 100 works and collections by 13 Guangcai artists, including SiTou Hup, Choi Kuen, Lam Bun, Lei Iat Po, Mak Chi Keong, Fong Hon Wai, Cheong Yin Nam, Lee Bun Cheuk, Cheang Chun Zau, Chan Hou Weng, Lei Iat Chun, Ho Yan Wai, and Cheong Kam Peng. Through this exhibition, the organizers aimed to shed light on a lesser-known chapter of history and honor the artisans who contributed to this industry. In addition to the exhibition, a "Intangible Cultural Heritage Innovation" activity was held, allowing local youth to gain hands-on experience and understand the history and craftsmanship behind this art form. Participants included students and teachers from São José Diocesan College (Fifth Section), Our Lady of Fatima Girls' School, Colégio de São Paulo, Colégio de Santa Rosa de Lima (Chinese Section), and the Salesian Youth Group.
In his speech, Mr. João Leong Kam Chun, Chairman of the Macau Diocesan Performing Arts and Culture Association, stated: "Macau’s canton porcelain was once one of the top five export industries in Macau. The history of Macau's canton porcelain industry is worth passing on to the next generation. This is the first joint exhibition of Macau’s canton porcelain since the 1950s, bringing together former painters to showcase their skills, efforts, precious experiences, and wisdom. This fusion of Chinese and Western cultures, along with the traditional Chinese craft culture and wisdom, must continue to be preserved and passed down."
To allow more people to appreciate Macau’s canton porcelain works, in addition to the exhibition at the CCCN Macau, some exhibits are also displayed at 5 Rua Formosa, G/F. The exhibition runs until December 31. For more details, please visit the Facebook page or call (853) 2870 3076 for inquiries.
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