Nonya (Nyonya) ware (Q98877785)
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An older term forporcelain, which was singularly intended for the Straits Chinese community in the former Straits Settlements (Penang, Malacca, Singapore). Originaly referring to porcelain used by married Chinese women of some standing in Malaysia.
- Straits Chinese Porcelain
Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
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English | Nonya (Nyonya) ware |
An older term forporcelain, which was singularly intended for the Straits Chinese community in the former Straits Settlements (Penang, Malacca, Singapore). Originaly referring to porcelain used by married Chinese women of some standing in Malaysia. |
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