GuWei Museum unveils “The Wanli Shipwreck: Blue and White Porcelain in Global Trade” exhibition

06 July 2025


The GuWei Museum, co-founded by Mr. Franco Cutrupia and Mrs. Pauline Wei Cutrupia, Honorary Permanent Presidents of the HKBU Foundation, is hosting an exhibition titled “The Wanli Shipwreck: Blue and White Porcelain in Global Trade”. This captivating exhibition guides visitors through the illustrious history of Ming and Qing dynasty export porcelain, uncovering the timeless allure of blue and white artistry.

Opened on 6 July 2025, the exhibition showcases over 100 meticulously curated blue-and-white porcelain treasures. Highlights include a 17th-century Kraak plate with Persian maidens, crafted in Jingdezhen, Jiangxi province for the Dutch market, alongside dozens of rare artefacts recovered from the Portuguese “Wanli” shipwreck. The opening day drew a distinguished gathering of art lovers and cultural figures, creating a vibrant atmosphere of appreciation.

“The Wanli Shipwreck: Blue and White Porcelain in Global Trade” exhibition is open to the public until 31 March 2026. For further details, please click here.