1 Feb
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2 Jun
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2024
Zimingzhong 凝时聚珍: Clockwork Treasures
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Chinese culture
historical exhibition
beautiful pieces
£
Event Description
Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 18:00
Special Exhibition Gallery 2, Level 2, Science Museum
A unique exhibition showcasing stunning 'Zimingzhong', valuable and ornate clockworks from the 1700s that China's emperors once collected, all full of intricate designs and outstanding technical innovation. These opulent treasures offer a fascinating insight into the trade between Britain and China, transporting visitors to the Chinese trading port of Guangzhou, and the home of the emperors in the Forbidden City.
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