The term "yangshi" refers to the proposal of architectural design and the term “yangshi fang” refers to the Imperial Architectural Studio. The Lei Family, who had long led yangshi fang, was honoured as “yangshi Lei”. The precious architectural archives they left behind were recognised and included in the UNESCO Memory of the World International Register in 2007.
Over the course of eight generations, the Lei family worked at yangshi fang from the Kangxi period of the Qing dynasty. They were responsible for the design, construction, and reconstruction of imperial buildings such as palaces, gardens, temples, and mausoleums. Their work constitutes one-fifth of China’s world cultural heritage, including the grand imperial garden, Yuanming yuan.
In the early 1930s, Zhu Qiqian (1872–1964), the president of the Society for the Study of Chinese Architecture at the time, started collecting the scattered yangshi Lei drawings. Through organising and studying them, he unveiled the glorious historic story of the mysterious imperial architect family.
This documentary showcases the architectural marvels created by the yangshi Lei family, spanning over 200 years.
Post-screening Talk
Generations of scholars have dedicated themselves to the diligent research of the yangshi Lei Archives since the 1930s. Continuing the legacy of his predecessors, Professor Zhang Fengwu will delve into the development of yangshi Lei and its close connection with the imperial gardens. Through his presentation, he will also share insights into the craftsmanship involved and fascinating research anecdotes.
| Speaker |
Zhang Fengwu (Associate Professor, School of Architecture, Tianjin University) |
| Date |
6 July 2024 (Saturday) |
| Time |
3:30 pm–4:30 pm |
| Language |
Putonghua |
Organised by:
Solely sponsored by:
This activity is part of the "HKPM Jockey Club Education Programme" organised by the Hong Kong Palace Museum and solely sponsored by The Hong Kong Jockey Club Charities Trust.
Disclaimer: In no event shall the Funder have any liability of any kind to any person or entity arising from or related to any actions taken or not taken as a result of any of the contents herein.
Details
Date & Time
Yangshi Lei (Episode 1: Craftsman)
1 May 2024 (Wednesday) 11:30 am–12:30 pm
5 May 2024 (Sunday) 11:30 am–12:30 pm
9 May 2024 (Thursday) 11:30 am–12:30 pm
19 May 2024 (Sunday) 11:30 am–12:30 pm
26 May 2024 (Sunday) 11:30 am–12:30 pm
14 June 2024 (Friday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
16 June 2024 (Sunday) 11:30 am–12:30 pm
6 July 2024 (Saturday) 11:00 am–12:00 pm
5 August 2024 (Monday) 11:30 am–12:30 pm
9 August 2024 (Friday) 11:30 am–12:30 pm
Yangshi Lei (Episode 2: Obsession)
1 May 2024 (Wednesday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
5 May 2024 (Sunday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
9 May 2024 (Thursday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
19 May 2024 (Sunday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
26 May 2024 (Sunday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
14 June 2024 (Friday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
16 June 2024 (Sunday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
6 July 2024 (Saturday) 1:00 pm–2:00 pm
5 August 2024 (Monday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
9 August 2024 (Friday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
Yangshi Lei (Episode 3: Keep Watch)
1 May 2024 (Wednesday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
5 May 2024 (Sunday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
9 May 2024 (Thursday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
19 May 2024 (Sunday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
25 May 2024 (Saturday) 11:30 am–12:30 pm
26 May 2024 (Sunday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
31 May 2024 (Friday) 11:30 am–12:30 pm
15 June 2024 (Saturday) 11:30 am–12:30 pm
16 June 2024 (Sunday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
6 July 2024 (Saturday) 2:30 pm–4:30 pm (With post-screening talk)
5 August 2024 (Monday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
9 August 2024 (Friday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
Yangshi Lei (Episode 4: The Pinnacle)
3 May 2024 (Friday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
8 May 2024 (Wednesday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
12 May 2024 (Sunday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
25 May 2024 (Saturday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
31 May 2024 (Friday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
15 June 2024 (Saturday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
17 June 2024 (Monday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
7 July 2024 (Sunday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
7 August 2024 (Wednesday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
12 August 2024 (Monday) 2:30 pm–3:30 pm
Yangshi Lei (Episode 5: Heritage)
3 May 2024 (Friday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
8 May 2024 (Wednesday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
12 May 2024 (Sunday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
25 May 2024 (Saturday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
31 May 2024 (Friday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
15 June 2024 (Saturday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
17 June 2024 (Monday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
7 July 2024 (Sunday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
7 August 2024 (Wednesday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
12 August 2024 (Monday) 4:30 pm–5:30 pm
| Venue |
The Hong Kong Jockey Club Auditorium, Hong Kong Palace Museum |
| Tickets |
Free Admission by online pre-registration |
| Language |
Putonghua, with Traditional Chinese and English subtitles |
