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An Enamel Revolution: China and the World

Discover the fusion of art, technology and international trade that pushed the boundaries of enamel decoration in China from the 1600s.

  • 20th October 2026 - 31st January 2027

From plates and perfume bottles to teapots and tableware, take a closer look at intricately detailed, technically innovative and visually striking enamelled art objects and find out how this skilled artform was elevated to new heights.

 

Image: Elephant–handled Zun Vase with Flowers, Fruits, and Insects. Late 18th to early 19th century. Copper. © Chinese University of Hong Kong Art Museum

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