How to Identify Export Ceramics with Confidence
Learn how to identify export ceramics through shape, decoration, marks and provenance, and see what shipwreck finds reveal about Asia’s…
Ming and Qing Ceramics at Penang’s Straits Museum
See why Ming and Qing ceramics at Penang’s Straits & Oriental Museum matter, tracing shipwreck trade routes, artistic skill and…
Fort Convallis in Penang: A Fort Cornwallis Guide
Fort Convallis in Penang is often a search for Fort Cornwallis: a guide to its coastal history, colonial legacy and…
Best Chinese Art Exhibitions Worth Seeking Out
A guide to the best Chinese art exhibitions, from imperial porcelain to maritime trade, and what makes a cultural visit…
The Ming dynasty Chicken Cup and Its Enduring Allure
Meet the Ming dynasty Chicken Cup, a Chenghua porcelain treasure whose tender scene, exacting craft and rarity continue to fascinate…
12 Things to Do in Georgetown for Culture Lovers
Find memorable things to do in Georgetown, Penang, from living heritage streets and landmark temples to shipwreck porcelain, food and…
Penang as a Food Haven and Its Living History
See why Penang as a food haven is shaped by trade, migration and memory, from hawker stalls to heritage dining…
Why Penang as a Tourist Attraction Endures
Penang as a tourist attraction pairs George Town heritage, shipwreck porcelain, remarkable food and coastal calm for curious travellers seeking…
Can Museums Appraise Antique Ceramics Properly?
Can museums appraise antique ceramics? Learn what curators can identify, when to seek an independent valuer, and how to protect…
Straits & Oriental Museum Is a Penang Must-Do
See why Straits & Oriental Museum is a standout thing to do in Penang, where shipwreck porcelain, art, dining and…