The exhibition displays 99 sets of artifacts, bridging the gap between ancient craftsmanship and modern innovation. Curators from the China National Silk Museum, Huzhou Museum, and Turpan Museum selected pieces that range from replicas of prehistoric Qianshanyang fabrics to contemporary designs. Notably, nine textiles unearthed from the Astana Tombs anchor the display, highlighting the historical interconnectedness of the Silk Road.
Silk Traditions Converge at Astana’s New Chinese Gallery
The National Museum of Kazakhstan transformed into a hub of textile heritage on July 2 with the launch of the Splendid Silk touring exhibition. By establishing a permanent Overseas Gallery, the China National Silk Museum has solidified a long-term cultural partnership, showcasing the historical and digital evolution of silk artistry.
Beyond static displays, the gallery emphasizes interactive engagement through an opening-day salon. Visitors participated in traditional techniques like hand loom weaving and gold-leaf fan making, with motifs centered on the equestrian heritage shared by both nations during the Chinese Year of the Horse. This debut signals the beginning of a multi-year collaborative project, following a 2025 agreement that aims to foster sustained artistic exchange between China and Kazakhstan.
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