Celestial Wisdom

C E L E B R AT I NG C ON F U C I A N V I RT U E S T H R O U GH T H E A RT S

As a descendant of Confucius, I am delighted to hear that Royal Selangor of Malaysia is launching a figurine collection of Confucius and the Master’s prominent students. It is an admirable way to honour Confucius and his great teachings. The world’s foremost name in quality pewter, Royal Selangor was founded by Mr Yong Koon who sailed from Shantou, China to Malaysia in 1885. Straddling three centuries and having survived two world wars, the brand stayed true to its heritage of pewter design and craftsmanship. One of Malaysia’s best-known international brands, Royal Selangor’s legacy spans four generations.Today, it is recognised as “the world’s largest pewter manufacturer”.

The collaboration between Royal Selangor and acclaimed Taiwanese artist Chiang Yi-tze on the collection of Confucian figurines is, indeed, a marriage made in heaven.

Master Chiang is a student of Professor Li Bingnan, an expert in Confucian studies. As the Director of the Management Office of the “Official for Sacrifices to the Exalted First Teacher of Culture”, Master Chiang is in charge of records and documents.