5,000 years of history and legends of East Asian dragons are revealed in this exhibition, organized in collaboration with the National Palace Museum in Taipei, Taiwan.

The dragon, which originated in China, is not at all the evil, fire-breathing creature depicted in Western culture. In fact, it embodies both universal life energy and the water element. Ambivalent and uncontrollable, it ensures harmony in the world: the earth depends on its allpowerful nature to benefit from the blessings of the heavens.

The Dragons exhibition presents an exceptional selection of objects and artworks, ranging from the first dragons to appear on ancient jade and bronze pieces to popular contemporary forms, as well as imperial art.

The dragon, lord of the heavens, continues to soar. Originally the emblem of the emperors' power, it continues to connect the earth to the sky, bringing strength and prosperity to mankind.

The original idea for this exhibition, organised by the National Palace Museum in Taipei, Taiwan, is part of a cooperation and exchange program between the National Palace Museum in Taipei and the Musée du Quai Branly – Jacques Chirac.

It offers an exceptional and unprecedented presentation of around 100 pieces from Taiwan, including several treasures from the National Palace Museum in Taipei.