【External Announcements】Special Lecture: Tea, Flowers, and Incense in the Elegant Gathering at the Western Garden
- Date and Time: March 21, 2026 (Saturday), 14:00–16:00
- Speaker: Liao Bao-hsiu (Former Research Fellow, National Palace Museum)
- Description:
Paintings depicting the West Garden Gathering have circulated widely since the Song dynasty. Such elegant gatherings among literati often included activities such as playing musical instruments, chess, calligraphy, painting, composing poetry, enjoying wine, tea, flowers, and incense, as well as appreciating antiques. These activities reflect the refined tastes and leisurely lifestyle of traditional scholars. - Venue: Jixian Hall, 1F, Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum
- Admission: Free admission. No registration required.
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