Danish royal collections on display in Beijing
Updated 20:34, 06-Sep-2019
By Qi Jie, Yang Yan
01:36

In downtown Beijing, the Museum of Prince Gong's Mansion is showcasing Danish Royal artwork ranging from the 17th century to the modern era. 

From the Renaissance to the Baroque, and from the Rococo to the contemporaries, 87 pieces of art, mostly made up of embroidery handicraft but also including furniture and furnishings, are showcasing their royal charm and beauty to Chinese visitors. 

Matt Skogod, curator of Frederiksborg Slot National History Museum of Denmark said: "Because we want to make the impression as precise and authentic as possible...where the costumes were originally used."

The Museum of Prince Gong's Mansion is showcasing Danish Royal artwork ranging from the 17th century to the modern era. /VCG Photo

The Museum of Prince Gong's Mansion is showcasing Danish Royal artwork ranging from the 17th century to the modern era. /VCG Photo

These oil paintings help visitors get a clearer picture of Danish royal life during the Renaissance. What's more, embroidery created by Queen Margaret the Second of Denmark, including a piece of table cloth and four cushions, are also on display.

Feng Nai'en, curator of the Museum of Prince Gong’s Mansion, said: "We hope to cooperate more with our counterparts throughout the world and introduce their unique cultures to Chinese audiences." 

Meanwhile, visitors can also appreciate paintings by the Danish contemporary artist Caspar Estrup. The exhibition will run until October 16.