Treasures of the Mughal Court

Description

The Hong Kong Palace Museum‘s Treasures of the Mughal Court from the Victoria and Albert Museum is a landmark special exhibition opening on 6 August. This collaboration showcases around 100 spectacular loans from the Victoria and Albert Museum, featuring paintings, jewellery, weaponry and more.

Offering an intimate look at the Mughal Dynasty’s opulence and artistry, which ruled much of the Indian subcontinent from the 16th to 19th centuries. The exhibition highlights include the floral motifs of the Taj Mahal, a world-renowned mausoleum commissioned by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of Empress Mumtaz Mahal (1593–1631), a nephrite jade pendant inlaid with rubies and emeralds exemplifying Mughal design sophistication, several masterpieces by Mughal court painters such as Emperor Jahangir in a Garden and a Ming Chinese dish from the Jingdezhen kilns.

By bridging collections from two leading museums, the exhibition celebrates the rich cultural heritage of the Mughal Dynasty and fosters cross-cultural appreciation and scholarly exchange. Immerse in the artistic brilliance and historical significance of the Mughal court, gaining fresh insights into the dynasty’s influence on art and culture across Asia and beyond. Alongside the exhibition, the museum offers a variety of learning programmes – including guided tours, public lectures and Arabic calligraphy workshops.