L’ÉCOLE Asia Pacific’s third exhibition is open to the public from March 26 to August 29, 2021 with FREE guided tours available in English, Cantonese and Mandarin. To understand the rich history and craftsmanship of ancient Chinese goldsmithing, a selection of 55 extraordinary gold jewelry pieces and ornaments, including precious necklaces, earrings, hairpins, bracelets, brooches and belt plaques is showcased, and takes visitors on a journey across central China, the Steppes, the Mongolian and the Himalayan regions from the Shang to the Qing Dynasties.

Spanning three millennia, the historical masterpieces of Mengdiexuan Collection illustrate four major techniques of goldsmithing used in ancient China: hammering and chasing; casting; wire and filigree; and granulation. While these techniques have evolved over the years, visitors have the opportunity to see firsthand the rare and exceptional craftsmanship of ancient goldsmiths.