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Globally-celebrated Canton-made lacquerware on display in Guangzhou

Updated: Nov 27, 2025 www.chinaservicesinfo.com Print

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Red-lacquered vase with reserved panels depicting people playing *guqin* zither, playing chess, writing calligraphy, and painting, Qianlong reign (1736-95) of the Qing Dynasty, from the collection of the Guangdong Museum [Photo/Guangdong Museum official WeChat account]

Beyond porcelain, lacquerware was another major export of China. A new exhibition at the Guangdong Museum focuses on Canton-made export lacquerware of the Qing Dynasty (1644-1911).

Structured around craftsmanship, design, trade, and cultural exchange, the exhibition highlights how Chinese lacquerware has reached and influenced markets around the world. Each piece reflects the skill, artistry, and cross-cultural connections of its time.

Dates: Nov 27, 2025-May 17, 2026

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