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A traditional outfit from the Miao minority culture in the southwest.

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maniacal mask

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enormous dragon mask

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detail of the museum atrium.

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Ming desk. We much preferred the clean look of the Ming furniture to the opulent and gaudy Qing furniture.

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This was either set up to mimic a workshop, or they actually bring in artisans to create pieces at the museum.

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This looks modern but is actually hundreds of years old.

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Bill really likes censers, which is ironic since he's allergic to incense.

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a tibetan piece.

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A happy dragon.

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a piece with arabic writing, demonstrating early cultural exchange

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wow, that's old.

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terracotta dog.

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amusing chamber pot.

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figurine of musician

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small guardian. not sure if he's protecting a baby or squashing it.

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phoenix pot.

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listening to the audio tour. we were pleasantly surprised to find that it was also in english.