About the Collection

Calendar Posters of Kwan Wai-nung

Scene from Modern Times

Calendar posters were popular in Guangzhou, Hong Kong and Shanghai in the early 20th Century, most of which feature the portraits of classic beauties. Trademarks or product thumbnails were also printed on these posters for brand promotion. This collection features 52 calendar posters of Mr. Kwan Wai-nung, the Master of Calendar Posters. These functional and beautiful calendar posters were indispensable for every household in Hong Kong during the early 20th Century. They were sometimes the mirror of the society and sometimes representing the dream of a beautiful future.