China has a long history of arts and
crafts. 6,000 years ago, painted pottery appeared in China.
Bronze wares, jade carvings and lacquer wares of the Shang
and Zhou dynasties, silk fabrics of the Han and Tang
dynasties, embroidery of the Song Dynasty and porcelain and
cloisonn¨¦ enamels of the Ming and Qing dynasties
are all treasures of ancient Chinese arts and
crafts.
Besides, China's basketry, umbrellas,
fans, bonsai, silk flowers, kites and toys are also well
known with their strong artistry and national flavor. They
reflect the wisdom and perfect craftsmanship of Chinese
people.
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