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This marks the largest travelling exhibition of artist He Xiangning’s (何香凝) (b. 1878, China; d. 1972, China) artworks from the He Xiangning Museum in Shenzhen, presented in Singapore for the first time.

A leading ink artist and a prominent political figure, He Xiangning played an important role in the development of modern China. One of the earliest Chinese women to pursue art studies in Japan, she was closely connected to the Lingnan school. Works such as Lion (1914), along with her notable fundraising art exhibitions in Singapore and Manila in 1929, demonstrate how she fused political and social ideals through her art. 

Featuring over 50 ink works and extensive archival materials, the exhibition reconnects He Xiangning's artistic activities and significance to Chinese modern art, Singapore, Penang and the region’s art history. 

  • When: 1 Apr – 23 Aug 2026
  • Suitable For: All
  • Where: City Hall Wing, Level 4, Wu Guanzhong Gallery
  • Ticket Information: General Admission ticket required

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