Journey to the heart of Chinese exorcism! With one hundred antique masks originating from the most beautiful private collections, dating from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries, the exhibition let youb discover the mysterious world of Chinese religious rites.

The enigmatic power of the displayed masks inspires a journey to the heart of Chinese exorcism practised in processions, dances and theatrical performances from the Nuo tradition dating back many thousands of years.

The term Nuo means to drive demons from the house and features in ritual ceremonies practised throughout the provinces of China since Neolithic times. The Nuo tradition is one of the phenomena, which best describes the Chinese soul – so fascinating to Westerners. The exhibition therefore gives the French public the chance to find out about the magic of Chinese culture through the masks used in Nuo rites.

© Guan Yu, dieu de la guerre. Collection privée. Crédit photo: Luc Berthier

Practical information:

Jacquemart-André Museum
158, bd Haussmann
75008 Paris
Tel. : +33 1 45 62 11 59

Access:
RER Charles de Gaulle – Etoile
Metro Miromesnil or Saint Philippe du Roule
Bus : 22, 28, 43, 52, 54, 80, 83, 84, 93

Opening hours:
Open daily throughout the year, without exception, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The Jacquemart-André Café is open daily from 11.45 a.m. to 5.30 p.m.

Full rate: 9.5€
Concessions:7€

For further information, you can visit the following website: Jacquemart-André Museum