古都水影：喜龙仁镜头下的老北京

Group 1 - The exhibition "Water on Old Beijing" is held at IKEA Huiju Shopping Center in Beijing from June 6 to June 30 to celebrate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Sweden and China, showcasing rare photographs taken by Swedish sinologist Osvald Sirén during his travels in early 20th century Beijing [1] - Osvald Sirén (1879-1966) is recognized as a pioneer in the study of Chinese art history in the West, having served as a professor of art history at Stockholm University and shifted his focus from Italian Renaissance art to Chinese art over a span of fifty years [1] - Sirén's research contributions encompass various aspects of Chinese art, including architecture, sculpture, gardens, painting, and urban planning, demonstrating excellence in theory, appreciation, and collection [1] Group 2 - Sirén was not only an advisor for numerous museums and private collectors in the West regarding Chinese art but was also an avid collector himself, with traditional Chinese art significantly influencing his perspective on art and lifestyle [2] - His notable publications on Chinese art include "The City Walls and Gates of Beijing" (1924), "Chinese Sculpture of the 5th to 14th Century" (1925), "Complete Illustrated Map of the Imperial City of Beijing" (1926), "Early History of Chinese Art" (1929-1930), "Chinese Art Theory" (1933), and "Chinese Gardens" (1949), culminating in his magnum opus, the seven-volume "Chinese Painting: Masters and Principles" (1956-1958) [2] - Sirén is regarded as an encyclopedic figure in the field of Chinese art research, a rare achievement for a Western scholar [2]