Sanyi Wood Sculpture Museum
The Sanyi Wood Sculpture Museum (Chinese: 三義木雕博物館; pinyin: Sānyì Mùdiāo Bówùguǎn) is a museum of wooden sculpture in Sanyi Township, Miaoli County, Taiwan.
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Former name | Sanyi Wood Sculpture Arts Gallery |
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| Established | 9 April 1995 |
| Location | Sanyi, Miaoli County, Taiwan |
| Coordinates | 24°24′21.4″N 120°45′39.4″E |
| Type | Museum |
| Website | Official website |
History
The museum building was constructed in March 1990 by the Construction Department of the Taiwan Provincial Government. Originally established as Sanyi Wood Sculpture Arts Gallery, it was then later renamed to Sanyi Wood Sculpture Museum. The museum was opened to public on 9 April 1995.[1] In May 2003, the museum underwent renovations to expand its storeroom for permanent collections.[2]
Exhibition themes
The museum presents the following themes:[2]
- Introduction of Wood Sculpture
- Styles of Each Chinese Dynasty
- Austronesian Tribe Wood Sculpture
- Origins of Sanyi Wood Sculpture
- Wood Sculpture Exhibition Hall
- Temples Deities
- Architecture and Furniture
- Exhibition of Mix Media
- Invitational Exhibition
Transportation
The museum is accessible within walking distance southwest from Sanyi Station of the Taiwan Railways.[3]
See also
References
- "Sanyi Wood Sculpture Museum". RoundTAIWANRound. Retrieved 17 January 2021.
- "About the Museum". Sanyi Wood Sculpture Museum. 27 November 2019. Retrieved 17 January 2021.
- "Sanyi Wood Sculpture Museum". Taiwan, the Heart of Asia. Retrieved 17 January 2021.
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