The Xu Beihong Museum

The Xu Beihong Museum reveals the art of the famous artist Xu Beihong (1895- 1953). Xu studied art in France and when he returned to China became an educator and instructor of art. He is considered the father of modern Chinese painting. His works cover a wide range of styles and mediums, though he is best known for his horse paintings.

After Xu's death in 1953, his wife, Mrs. Liao Jingwen, contributed the residence and his entire collection of books, calligraphy, and paintings to the country. And so the Xu Beihong Museum was originally housed near the Beijing Railway Station. Later, due to subway renovations, the museum was moved to 53 North Xinjiekou Street, the former location of Liu Qiyuan' s personal chrysanthemum collection.

The museum shows 1,200 art objects, 10,000 ancient books, stone inscription rubbings, bronze vessel rubbings and prints.

Opening hours: 9:00 a.m- 4:00 p.m daily
Ticket: 5 yuan

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Contact Information

The Xu Beihong Museum
53, North Xinjiekoubei Dajie
100050 Beijing

Tel. +861062252042

http://www.xubeihong.org