Henan to host the country's first biennale on ceramics with 800 items

Long known for its porcelain ware produced in the kilns of the Song Dynasty (960-1279), Central China's Henan province is now set to hold a ceramics biennale.

Starting on Friday, the Central China International Ceramics Biennale, considered the first of its kind in the country, will unveil the beauty of these delicate objects. The show will be held at Henan Museum in Zhengzhou, the provincial capital, and feature some 800 porcelain pieces, including modern items and antiques from China and Italy.

Many exhibits from other countries are also expected to be on display. An exhibition titled Cont (r) act Earth will showcase wares, sculptures, installations and videos by 42 artists from 20 countries.