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Nyonya Porcelain: Culture and Design by Soo Yang Chan is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Nyonya porcelain was created in a short period of time for the unique Straits Chinese community and is characterized by its colorful decorations and shapes influenced by local Malay culture. Common motifs included phoenixes, peonies and other flowers, and pieces were used for dining, cooking, and other purposes. More research on provenance and cultural influences could provide deeper understanding.
- Author
- Soo Yang Chan
- Language
- EN