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Culture insider: Chinese culture in South America

Updated: 2014-07-18 09:10 (chinadaily.com.cn)
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Chinese porcelain popular in Brazil since the 18 century

After entering Brazil in the 18th century, Chinese porcelain became popularized as both utensils and a form of art. The possession of Chinese porcelain appeared on the asset lists of aristocratic families. At that time, plates from China were worth four to twelve times of those from Europe.

 

Culture insider: Chinese culture in South America

Porcelain can be referred to as "china" as China was the birthplace of it. It is popular because of its low cost and imperviousness. Also, various porcelain represents Chinese people's wisdom in art.[Photo/IC]

Culture insider: Chinese culture in South America

Culture insider: Chinese culture in South America

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