The "Horses: Symbols of Millenary Power from the Mediterranean to Jiangnan" exhibition, currently running at the Museum of Wu in Suzhou, explores the enduring cultural significance of horses as symbols of strength and speed throughout history. The exhibition highlights the deep connection between horses and human society, showcasing artifacts from both domestic and international museums. It specifically focuses on the horse's role as a symbol of power and its influence on the development of human civilization, particularly bridging the Mediterranean and Jiangnan regions. The exhibition is a collaboration with the Italian Consulate in Shanghai and includes a guided tour in both Chinese and English.
The horse, symbolizing both speed and strength, has been culturally prominent throughout the history of human civilization. The Museum of Wu in Suzhou has launched a special exhibition exploring the horse's significance as a symbol of power and its deep connections to the development of human society. Let's delve into the rich and diverse horse cultures through a wide range of artifacts from both domestic and international museums.
Presented in collaboration with Consolato Generale d'Italia a Shanghai, this showcase spans oil paintings, prints, sculptures, silk fabrics, and pottery figurines, unraveling the deep cultural significance of horses across time and borders.
