Cantonese Art Thrives Amid Turbulent China History

Published on 7.7.25

A new exhibition at M+ museum in Hong Kong features over 200 works by Cantonese artists, showcasing the region's unique artistic lineage and history. The exhibition highlights how Cantonese artists adapted to China's tumultuous early- to mid-20th century, including the Xinhai Revolution, Second Sino-Japanese War, Chinese Communist Revolution, and Cultural Revolution. This period of significant political and social change led to the development of a distinct modern artistic identity in Hong Kong and Guangdong.

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https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3316998/how-20th-century-hong-kong-and-guangdong-art-stood-out-rest-china?module=top_story&pgtype=section

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