Museum of Far Eastern Antiquities, Stockholm

The Museum of Far Eastern Antiquities, located in Stockholm, is a renowned institution dedicated to the art, culture, and archaeology of Eastern Asia. Established by the Swedish Parliament in 1926, the museum's origins are closely tied to the pioneering work of Swedish archaeologist Johan Gunnar Andersson, who made significant discoveries in regions such as China, India, and the broader Middle Kingdom. Andersson's collections, particularly his painted ceramics from China’s Stone Age, form the cornerstone of the museum's early exhibits.

Today, the museum boasts an extensive array of classical and cultural art, as well as archaeological finds from across Asia. Among its permanent collections are exhibits such as Prehistoric China, The Age of the Emperors, Japanese Artifacts, Indian Sculptures, Chinese Paintings, and the Book History of China. Visitors can delve into a variety of fascinating displays, including Prehistoric Chinese Artifacts, intricate Chinese River Paintings, exquisite Porcelain Vases, and traditional Japanese Woodcuts.

In addition to its permanent collections, the museum frequently hosts a variety of traveling exhibitions, which have included themes such as Bollywood, Japanese Ink Calligraphy, silk painting, and photography. These exhibitions offer visitors a dynamic and evolving experience of Asian cultural heritage.

Since 1999, the Museum of Far Eastern Antiquities has been part of the National Museums of World Culture, a collective that also includes the Museum of Mediterranean and Near East Antiquities and the Museum of Ethnography. These museums are situated near each other, making it convenient for visitors to explore multiple cultural treasures in a single day.