Shenzhen Library launches Art Wiki database

Imagine the ability to explore global art treasures from the comfort of your home — now that dream has become a reality!

Shenzhen Library has officially launched the “Art Wiki: Global Art Resource Database,” a groundbreaking platform that features over 2.11 million high-definition artworks sourced from more than 2,400 art institutions across 112 countries and regions.

This comprehensive digital resource encompasses a diverse array of artistic forms, including painting, photography, sculpture, and architecture, catering to art enthusiasts, learners, and professionals alike. In addition, it provides a wealth of invaluable historical and humanities-related visual materials.

The Art Wiki is an extensive, high-quality tool that offers visually stunning imagery alongside a wide variety of art categories. With advanced search capabilities and rich, accurate data, users can enjoy a beautifully designed interface that enhances their artistic journey. This resource is ideal for broadening artistic perspectives, refining aesthetic appreciation, learning artistic techniques, and showcasing creative achievements.

With over 43 million detailed art metadata entries, the database enables users to delve into information regarding the artworks, their creators, associated art movements, materials used, collecting institutions, historical context, and more — all while admiring the masterpieces.

The database offers a variety of search options, including keyword searches (with automatic bilingual translation), combinational condition searches, metadata tag searches, fuzzy text searches, and image-based searches, making it easy for users to locate artworks of interest quickly.

Mobile users can follow the “Shenzhen Library” (深圳图书馆) subscription account or the “Shenzhen Library | Library City” (深圳图书馆 | 图书馆之城) service account.

To access the database via the web, simply visit the Shenzhen Library homepage at https://www.szlib.org.cn.

With just a few taps on your mobile device or clicks on your computer, you can now immerse yourself in the world of art anytime, anywhere.