The ongoing exhibition at Shanghai Art Museum,Treasures of a Millennium, features 105 pieces (sets) of Chinese paintings, calligraphy, stone carvings and ancient books from the collection of the time-honored art institution Duoyunxuan Group.[Photo provided to China Daily]

　　Shanghai Duoyunxuan, a renowned cultural and time-honored brand, is presenting its most valued art collection for the first time in a free exhibition at the China Art Museum, Shanghai, also known as the Shanghai Art Museum.

　　The ongoing exhibition Treasures of a Millennium features 105 pieces/sets of Chinese paintings, calligraphy, stone carvings, ancient books, and more, spanning the 7th to early 20th century.

　　Among the most precious paintings and calligraphy works is an album of ink paintings by seven masters, including Ma Lin from the Southern Song Dynasty (1127-1279). The works are presented alongside some of the more familiar artists of the 19th-20th century, such as Zhang Daqian, Wu Changshuo and Ren Bonian.

　　One highlight is an ink painting by contemporary artist Liu Danzhai. The large piece, spreading 3.67-meter wide and 1.41-meter tall, depicts eight horses staying by a willow-lined pond, drinking, bathing, and playing with the water, while some neigh and leap high, creating a joyous atmosphere.

　　Visitors will also find a series of epigraphy and antiques that were once significant in China's literati lifestyle, such as seals carved on precious stones that combine poetry, calligraphy and painting.