Established in 1925, The Palace Museum is a large-scale national museum housed on the grounds of the palace of the Ming and Qing dynasties known as the Forbidden City. The most extensive and best-preserved historical palatial complex in the world, it holds a vast collection of over 1.86 million cultural treasures based on the Ming and Qing imperial collections.

Upon entering the Palace Museum, visitors are greeted by exquisite patterns that adorn the eaves, walls, and windows of the grand palace buildings, as well as the furniture, artefacts, and garments displayed throughout. Chinese people take pleasure in embellishing everyday life with diverse symbolic patterns that reflect their love and respect for nature and the living. These patterns, celebrating traditional craftsmanship and an unwavering pursuit of beauty, embody the enduring legacy of Chinese aesthetic sensibilities and cultural values that continue to shape our life today.

This exhibition, with the theme of Palace Museum patterns, draws inspiration from the intricate motifs found in the architecture, ceramics, and textiles of the Palace Museum. By interweaving these designs with innovative digital technology, it reveals the rich cultural context behind the patterns. Join us on a journey through the digital realm to explore the wondrous patterns of the Palace Museum and experience the charm of traditional Chinese culture.

This exhibition is jointly organised by the Hong Kong Palace Museum and the Palace Museum, supported by The Hong Kong Jockey Club, and exclusively sponsored by the Institute of Philanthropy.