Four bronze animal heads from Beijing’s Old Summer Palace – stolen during colonial-era conflicts – are now stealing the spotlight in Macao! The Tiger, Pig, Ox, and Monkey sculptures, part of a legendary 12-zodiac set, once adorned a Qing Dynasty fountain before being looted in 1860. Today, they’re reuniting travelers with China’s imperial past at the ‘Maritime Silk Road’ exhibition.
Over 200 artifacts trace ancient trade routes at Poly MGM Museum, but these heads are the VIPs (Very Important Pigs? ). Each piece whispers tales of art, loss, and global cultural exchange – perfect for #HistoryTok enthusiasts!
Psst: 5 zodiac heads remain missing worldwide. Could your next adventure lead to a bronze rabbit in a Paris flea market?
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The Tiger, Pig, Ox, and Monkey sculptures, part of a legendary 12-zodiac set, once adorned a Qing Dynasty fountain before being looted in 1860. Today, they’re reuniting travelers with China’s imperial past at the ‘Maritime Silk Road’ exhibition. 
). Each piece whispers tales of art, loss, and global cultural exchange – perfect for #HistoryTok enthusiasts!
Bronze Heads Shine in Macao
