Silk Roads
Camel caravans crossing desert dunes, merchants trading silks and spices at bazaars – these are the images that come to mind when we think of the Silk Roads. But the reality goes far beyond this.
A Silk Road Oasis: Life in Ancient Dunhuang
The oasis of Dunhuang, at the edge of the Gobi Desert, was once a bustling town on the famous Silk Road connecting China and the Mediterranean. Discover the personal stories of those who lived, travelled through, worked, and worshipped here more than 1,000 years ago.
The Great Mughals: Art, Architecture and Opulence
This major exhibition will celebrate the extraordinary creative output and internationalist culture of the Golden Age of the Mughal Court (about 1560 – 1660) during the reigns of its most famous emperors: Akbar, Jahangir and Shah Jahan.
Asian Art London
Save the Date! We are delighted to announce the dates for the 27th edition of Asian Art in London: Wednesday 30th October to Friday 8th November 2024.
Frieze Masters
With 130 galleries from 26 countries, Frieze Masters 2024 is led by Nathan Clements-Gillespie and sees a reimagined, artist-centred approach, including an expanded Studio section and a redefined floor plan to encourage creative connections across art history.
Lost and Found
Inspired by Young V&A’s current exhibition, Japan: Myths to Manga, which runs until 8 September, Young V&A has invited contemporary artists and designers from a host of disciplines to joyously transform umbrellas previously forgotten on London’s transport networks, and donated via Transport for London’s Lost Property office, into yōkai.
Ranjit Singh: Sikh, Warrior, King
This spring, the Wallace Collection will explore the remarkable life and legacy of Maharaja Ranjit
Singh (1780-1839), the founder of the Sikh Empire (1799-1849).
Tropical Modernism: Architecture and Independence
The V&A will stage a major architecture exhibition on the architectural style of Tropical Modernism.
Japan: Myths to Manga
Take an exciting and atmospheric trip through Japan – and explore how landscape and folklore have influenced Japanese art, technology and design.
Burma to Myanmar
From influential superpower to repressive regime, Myanmar – also known as Burma – has seen dramatic fluctuations in fortune over the past 1,500 years.
Maha Ahmed: Where Worlds Meet
"The museum is so excited to be working with Maha on this forthcoming exhibition. Her beautiful, sensitive paintings have such resonance with the interiors and history of Leighton House, we look forward to seeing these worlds meet in the exhibition"
Asian Art in London 2023
Asian Art in London is an annual programme that promotes London as a centre of excellence in the arts of Asia.
Frieze London and Frieze Masters 2023
Frieze has confirmed details of its curated programme at Frieze London and Frieze Masters 2023, both taking place from 11–15 October in The Regent’s Park.
Admonitions of the instructress to the court ladies
This masterpiece is considered a milestone in Chinese painting history.
The Treasure House Fair
“The Treasure House Fair will continue the decade long tradition of an annual show of exceptional art at the Royal Hospital Chelsea.
With a fresh design and innovative focus, we are building a completely new experience against the familiar backdrop of Christopher Wren’s astonishing site.
Hosted during the heart of British summer, it is an unmissable celebration of the outstanding and the rare, bringing together exhibitors and collectors from around the world.”
China's 1800s: Material and Visual Culture
This two-day conference will offer participants a chance to hear from more than 30 speakers about the material and visual culture of the last century of imperial China.
China's Hidden Century
China’s hidden century is a forthcoming exhibition at the British Museum which explores the last century of imperial rule in China from 1796-1912. This long century is often seen as giving way to modern China.
Eye of the Collector
Eye of the Collector, the unique fair that offers a curated presentation of art and collectible design, will return to London for its third edition between 17-20 May. This edition will have a strong focus on modern and contemporary artists and designers, and will include more new commissions created especially for the Fair than ever before.
Luxury and Power: Persia to Greece
Drawing on dazzling objects from Afghanistan to Greece, this exhibition moves beyond the ancient Greek spin to explore a more complex story about luxury as a political tool in the Middle East and southeast Europe from 550–30 BC. It explores how the royal Achaemenid court of Persia used precious objects as markers of authority, defining a style of luxury that resonated across the empire from Egypt to India.
Hallyu! The Korean Wave
Hallyu! The Korean Wave will showcase the colourful and dynamic popular culture of South Korea, exploring the makings of the Korean Wave and its global impact on the creative industries of cinema, drama, music, fandom, beauty and fashion.
Beguiling Beni: Safflower Red in Japanese Fashion
The Japanese dye 'beni', made from safflower petals, produces red hues and an iridescent green. This display reveals its many uses in fashion, from heel-less shoes by Noritaka Tatehana, to textiles, cosmetics and ukiyo-e woodblock prints.