Ceramics exhibition kicks off at Asian Civilisations Museum
A new exhibition at the Asian Civilisations Museum is showcasing European interest in Japanese and Chinese porcelain.
The Egawa Donation, a collection of Japanese and Chinese-inspired ceramics, features 84 exhibits, including 68 European ceramics which show the Asian influence.
The collection also has some of the European ceramics donated by a Japanese couple.
In 17th and 18th century Europe, porcelain wares from China and Japan were highly sought after luxury goods that were coveted by royalty and the wealthy.
The exhibition runs till end May.
Museum's website
http://www.acm.org.sg/home/home.asp
-News courtesy of Channel Newsasia-
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