Pepon osorio exhibitions in shanghai

In 2025, Shanghai Museum is gearing up to host a series of exhibitions, including 12 new ones, that span from ancient to modern times, combine Eastern and Western styles, and showcase the artistic and cultural achievements of civilizations around the world.

• Shanghai Museum at People's Square

Slithering into Spring: A Celebration of the Year of the Snake

2025 is the Year of the Snake, the sixth of the 12 Chinese zodiac animals.

This exhibition delves into the legend of the snake in Chinese culture, showcasing 13 precious artifacts from ancient and modern times, exploring the evolution of the legend of the spiritual snake in Chinese civilization.

The Year of the Snake is associated with transformation, rebirth, and healing. Snakes shed their skin, symbolizing the shedding of old ways and the beginning of something new. Snakes represent wisdom, intelligence, and insight.

Venue: No 3 Exhibition Gallery

Dates: Jan 14 to March 2

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