A magnificent gourd-shaped table clock is displayed at the exhibition. [Photo/Baotou news network]

The Baotou Museum and the Baotou Wudangzhao Comprehensive Security Center recently joined forces to celebrate ancient cultural artifacts and present them to the public – launching the Wudangzhao Cultural Relics Protection and Restoration Achievements Exhibition.

An ancient copper brazier goes on show. It was used to burn charcoal to provide heating hundreds of years ago. [Photo/Baotou news network]

As an important cultural heritage and cultural landscape in Baotou city, located in North China's Inner Mongolia autonomous region, Wudan Temple – the biggest Tibetan Buddhist temple in Inner Mongolia and a 4 A-level scenic spot – is home to a large number of precious murals, bronze statues, porcelain and other cultural relics.

Over the centuries, some have deteriorated considerably and in some cases conservation and restoration is urgently needed.

Restoration experts wield precision instruments to restore cultural relics. [Photo/Baotou news network]

The 87 fine cultural relics currently on display are said to be the most representative of more than 100 pieces restored in Wudangzhao. After painstaking and lengthy rejuvenation by experts, the metalware has undergone years of polishing and the pieces once again exude their former luster.

The exhibition gives full play to the characteristics and functional advantages of Baotou Museum's and the Baotou Wudangzhao Comprehensive Security Center's collections. Together they are showcasing exquisite traditional Chinese craftsmanship and the extraordinary workmanship of modern restoration techniques.