The Chinese word for ‘colour’ involves a character 色 se meaning ‘emotion’, often referring to ‘desire’. Daoist principles recognise five elements which correspond to colours. These are metal (white); earth (yellow); fire (red); wood (blue); water (black).
This tour by Curator of Chinese Art, Dr Yupin Chung, will explore the inspiration of this new Colour Gallery and the meaning of colours in Chinese ceramics.
How did potters feel about nature? How was their intense use of a single glaze colour a way of expressing their feelings? What were the connections between the craft and design worlds?
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READ MOREEnjoy a specially curated talk about the history and context of a new object(s) from the Burrell Collection each week, delivered by Curators, Gallery Assistants, Volunteer Guides and more!
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READ MOREThroughout the year Glasgow Museums Resource Centre holds Specialist Tours where you can join the curators for an in depth look at the collections!
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READ MOREDesign and make your own badge to take away, inspired by the museum collections at Kelvin Hall on Monday 5th May!
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READ MORELearn more about the world's last seagoing paddle steamer, the famous PS Waverley, when Riverside Museum hosts their Waverley Weekend on Saturday 10th and Sunday 11th May!
READ MOREJoin The Burrell Collection for an informal sketching session in the gallery focused on the amazing sculpture collection. It’s free, materials are provided and there is no need to book!
READ MOREA red letter day for transport fans as Volvo vehicle owners from across Scotland drive their pride and joy to Riverside Museum for a meet-up!
READ MOREWhether you're 5 or 95, Belter Bubbles - The Giant Riverside Museum Bubble Event will leave you bubbling with joy!
READ MOREJoin Tea Green at The Burrell Collection for an unmissable summer market on Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd August!
READ MOREThe Friends of Glasgow Necropolis run regular friendly and informal walking tours of the Glasgow Necropolis!
READ MOREJoin a historic walking tour of the University of Glasgow the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world!
READ MOREGlasgow Museums Resource Centre is home to over a million treasures, come and see for yourself on one of their regular Behind the Scenes Tours!
READ MOREJoin the volunteer tour guides for a free 45 minute tour of Kelvin Hall and take a peek behind the scenes in Glasgow Museums' store!
READ MOREThroughout the year Glasgow Museums Resource Centre holds Specialist Tours where you can join the curators for an in depth look at the collections!
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