Inspired by Emerald Lobby, Emerald Lounge, exclusively designed for distinguished guests, features a curated display of exquisite Chinese treasures, ranging from the Tang dynasty lion-and-lotus scroll weight to the elegant Yuhuchun vases of the Yuan dynasty, and the refined pieces of the Qing dynasty, fully embodies the artistry of daily life and the extraordinary charm of Chinese art. The 18th-century dagger, with a jade hilt and gemstone-inlaid gilt scabbard, reflects superb craftsmanship and opulent beauty.
Moreover, the Emerald Lounge showcases elegant paintings by Chinese Artist Huang Guanyu. Continuing the exploratory spirit of his mentor, the great modern master Wu Guanzhong, he integrates Chinese aesthetics into oil painting. His Lotus series evokes an almost intangible realm, bridging Eastern and Western sensibilities. Interwoven lotus pods and stems resemble undulating mountains, delighting the senses while harmonizing with the lounge’s ambience.
A White Marble 'Lion And Lotus' Scroll Weight
Tang Dynasty
Height 10 cm
This weight features a lion resting on a lotus, combining a sense of stability with lively form.
A Luanbai-Glazed Bottle Vase, Yuhuchunping
Yuan Dynasty
Height 30.3cm
This vase coated in a white glaze with a slight bluish tone, featuring a thick and rounded shape.
A Robin's Egg-Glazed Vase, Yuhuchunping, Yongzheng Period
Qing Dynasty
Height 25.7cm
This Yuhuchun vase is dominated by rich blue tones. The glaze flowed naturally during firing, creating blue and green streaks that resemble peacock feathers, vivid and full of depth.
A Pair Of Extremely Rare Famille-Rose 'Chicken' Cups, Yongzheng Period
Qing Dynasty
Height 9.2cm
The exterior of the cup is decorated in famille-rose enamels with a scene of a hen and rooster leading their chicks in playful frolic. The composition is lively and the colors elegant, symbolizing family harmony and prosperity. The cup is small and delicate, showcasing refined craftsmanship and exquisite detail.
A Large Blue And White ‘Melon And Fruit’ Dish, Yongzheng Period
Qing Dynasty
Diameter 45cm
This dish is decorated inside and out with blue-and-white motifs. The outer wall features six groups of fruiting branches, symbolizing good fortune. Around the inner rim runs a band of wave pattern, while the interior is adorned with entwined seasonal flowers, conveying the wish for “joy throughout the four seasons.” At the center, a design of intertwined melon vines with abundant fruits represents the auspicious meaning of “endless generations.”
A Very Rare Celadon-Glazed Conjoined Vase, Yongzheng Period
Qing Dynasty
Height 24cm
This conjoined vase, when viewed from above, resembles a blooming plum blossom. The central vase rises tall like the flower’s pistil, while the five surrounding vases form the petals. The design is innovative and distinctive. The entire piece is coated with a pale celadon glaze, giving it an elegant and subdued color.
A Fine Tea-Dust Glazed Arrow Vase, Qianlong Period
Qing Dynasty
Height 24.9cm
This vase features a yellowish-green tea-dust glaze, warm and archaic in tone. It was highly prized during the Qianlong era for its imperial taste and craftsmanship.
A Mughal Jeweled Jade-Hilted Dagger And Scabbard
18th century
Length 40.5cm
The hilt is white jade inlaid with gemstones and accented with metal floral patterns. The scabbard features floral and foliage motifs with gemstone inlays, and its jade guard and mouth bear fine leaf carvings.
Golden Lotus Pond 2 (Detail)
2007
Oil on Canvas
In Chinese culture, the lotus symbolizes purity and elegance, and its graceful form is often depicted in traditional ink paintings. The delicate brushstrokes in the artwork create a transcendent atmosphere, conveying the refined imagery of the lotus.
Calabash
2010
Oil on Canvas
This work takes the calabash as its central motif, drawing on its homophonic association with "Fu Lu" (blessing and prosperity) to convey the traditional symbolism of auspiciousness and completeness. The composition is grounded in a calm golden-brown palette, combined with mottled textures and vertical linear elements. The calabash form is rendered in concise blocks of golden yellow, creating a quiet, meditative atmosphere with a sense of Zen.
Series of Impression of Lotus (6)
2015
Oil on Canvas
The work weaves together water lily leaves, lotus pods, and reeds with flat lines and colors, flowing between the figurative and the abstract, conveying the artist's admiration for nature and a tranquil, resolute spirit.