The Luoyang Sancai Art Museum (洛阳三彩博物馆) is a cultural institution dedicated to the research, production, exhibition, and sale of Luoyang Sancai art. Covering an exhibition area of over 600 square meters, the museum houses nearly a thousand pieces of Sancai artifacts. It employs modern display equipment and methods, allowing visitors to appreciate Luoyang Sancai art up close and engage in practical experiences of Sancai craftsmanship.
The museum’s exhibition halls present the historical context of Luoyang Sancai, showcasing hundreds of pieces that have won domestic and international awards. The collection boasts a diverse array of precious Sancai artworks, with Tang Dynasty Sancai pieces being particularly prominent. Crafted from high-quality clay, these artifacts exhibit exquisite craftsmanship, diverse forms, and vibrant glazes, representing the pinnacle of China’s colorful glazed pottery.
Visitors to the Luoyang Sancai Art Museum can admire iconic Sancai artworks such as chubby children, Luoshen (goddesses from Luoyang), Luoyang peonies, and court ladies. These pieces, characterized by their exquisite craftsmanship and rooted in historical and cultural heritage, uphold and inherit the craftsmanship of Tang Sancai while innovatively incorporating modern elements unique to Luoyang. As a result, the Sancai artworks produced here possess high aesthetic and collectible value, contributing to the preservation and promotion of Luoyang’s cultural legacy.
Basic Information
| Estimated Length of Tour | 30 minutes |
| Ticket Price | Free |
| Opening Hours | 8.00 – 21.00 |
| Telephone Number | 0086-0379-63980979 |
Location and Transportation
The Luoyang Sancai Art Museum is situated within the Wengcheng (Weng City) of Lijing Gate, located on Jinye Road in the Old City District of Luoyang City, Henan Province. To get there, you can choose one of the following ways:
Bus: Take bus 20, 45, 58, Holiday Line 1, or Tourist Line 1 and get off at Lijing Gate Stop (丽景门站).
Metro: The closest metro station to the Sancai Art Museum is Lijingmen (丽景门) on line 1. After getting out of the station from Exit A, walk about 150 meters to the southeast to reach the attraction.
