Architectural Elements of Bygone Aesthetic  

2 - 31 December 2024
Oi Ling Gallery, Sheung Wan

OiLing Gallery presents three disparate elements of ancient architecture. 

The first is a selection of antique carved screens panels from houses around China. Most date from the Qing dynasty. 

Secondly, there is a display of nostalgic photos taken by local photographer Simpson Wong (author of Hongkonglomei) to document the variety of inlaid tiles and shutters seen in old buildings throughout Hong Kong. 

Thirdly, there is on display newly ink paintings of old buildings and street scenes found in Hong Kong and Guangzhou, showing the traditional old building with a modern concrete housing block.  

Featured Artists:

  • Simpson Wong -Author of The Allure of Old Hong Kong series
    黃慶雄 《香港老美》系列作者

  • Aisin Gioro Bill 愛新覺羅札鎧

  • A range of Qing dynasty Chinese architectural panels from great masters