Heaven and Earth in Chinese Art is an exhibit open now at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, showcasing 87 artworks including paintings, calligraphy, illustrated books, bronzes and carvings.

Some of these pieces date back to the Neolithic period, with the exhibition spanning thousands of years of Chinese history.

Heaven and Earth in Chinese Art is on show now at the Art Gallery of NSW until the 5th of May.

Drive spoke to the curator of Chinese Art at the Art Gallery of New South Wales, Yin Cao.