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Porcelains mirror ancient Chinese literati's daily life

Updated: Nov 26, 2025 www.chinaservicesinfo.com Print
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Blue-and-white plate with lotus flower motifs, Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) [Photo/Suzhou Museum official WeChat account]

What did the daily life of ancient Chinese scholars look like? You might find the answer hidden in porcelain. Tea cups, plates, and water dropper — porcelain ware was inseparable from the refined world of ancient literati.

Step into the Suzhou Museum West for the exhibition Porcelain with True Meaning: Literati Life in the Suzhou Museum Porcelain Collection. Through exquisite porcelain pieces, the display opens a window into the vibrant, poetic daily life of China's ancient scholars.

Dates: Nov 26, 2025-Feb 24, 2026

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