Attraction guidesUpdated 2022-05-28

Xiyangji: European Vintage Objects in a Fangcun Factory

An old industrial building becomes the setting for furniture, ceramics and the stories carried by collected objects.

By: 飘渺游侠

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Inside the collection

The source describes more than 30,000 objects gathered from European auctions and second-hand markets: Delft-style ceramics, German beer mugs, clocks, plates, typewriters, gramophones, furniture and pianos. The interest lies in both individual pieces and the dense, theatrical arrangement of the rooms.

The industrial setting

Xiyangji occupies a former factory at 25 Saiba Road in Fangcun, according to the source. The contrast between the building and its European domestic objects is central to the visit. It is a collection and photography destination, rather than a conventional museum with a single chronological story.

Looking slowly

Move between the larger room settings and the smaller details. A cabinet, clock face or group of ceramics can be more revealing than a wide photograph of everything at once. Do not touch fragile objects unless staff explicitly allow it.

Before visiting

Confirm the current address, opening hours, ticket arrangements and photography policy. The source's admission details reflect its original visit, and commercial shoots may have different rules. Allow enough time to browse without treating the rooms only as portrait backdrops.