On March 14th, the "Complete Collection of Song Paintings" exhibition and exchange event of the "Chinese Historical Painting Department" was held at the University of Cambridge in the UK.
It is reported that the "Chinese Historical Painting Department" is a national level major cultural project, compiled and published by Zhejiang University and the Zhejiang Provincial Cultural Relics Bureau. Among them, the Complete Collection of Song Dynasty Paintings, as an important document showcasing the peak achievements of Chinese Song Dynasty painting art, includes a large number of precious Song Dynasty painting works, covering various themes such as mountains and waters, flowers and birds, and figures. With high-definition images and professional interpretation, it fully presents the important characteristics and artistic value of Song Dynasty painting.

At the opening ceremony of the exhibition, representatives from China and the UK jointly visited the Song Painting Special Exhibition of the "Chinese Historical Painting Series". The exhibition is themed "The Charm of Kang River and Ink Reflecting a Thousand Years" and is divided into sections such as "All Things Have Spirits", "Living by Water", and "Image Evidence History". Through high-definition color grading samples of the "Chinese Historical Painting Series", it showcases the unique charm of Song Dynasty painting.

In the exhibition hall, the painting 'A Thousand Miles of Rivers and Mountains' creates a strong artistic atmosphere. At the same time, the English documentary "Chinese Painting Series of Various Dynasties" played in a loop on the screen also helps the audience better understand its compilation process and the development of ancient Chinese painting art.

The head of relevant institutions at the University of Cambridge stated that the arrival of the "Complete Collection of Song Paintings" injects new vitality into academic research and cultural exchange at the University of Cambridge, providing valuable research resources. This will help broaden the artistic horizons of teachers and students, promote mutual understanding and appreciation between different cultures, and further promote deep cooperation between the UK and China in the cultural field.

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