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Qing dynasty ceramics damaged in British Museum display

Original: Cracks in security? Qing dynasty ceramics damaged in British Museum display

Ceramics from China's Qing dynasty have been damaged while on display at the British Museum in London. The incident is drawing attention because it raises questions about the museum's security and care of its collection, coming after earlier controversies over stolen items and ongoing disputes with China over the ownership of historical artefacts held in Britain.

Why now: The damage renews scrutiny of the British Museum's handling of its collection amid past thefts and restitution debates.

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Cracks in security? Qing dynasty ceramics damaged in British Museum display · South China Morning Post

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