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China: Art and Technology

Europe can thank China for wood-pulp paper and paper money, fireworks and gunpowder, the umbrella and noodles, among other things. For many centuries, China was a leader in advancing technology, influencing neighbors in Asia and beyond. This presentation showcases traditional Chinese technology with a focus on the manufacture of silk, ceramics, and bronze.

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