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

Two Chinese ceramics at the British Museum have been damaged while on display and are being restored, sparking fresh debate over how museums should safely exhibit fragile cultural treasures. The museum confirmed on Friday that a bowl had fallen from its shelf and landed on a small box on the bottom shelf, damaging both pieces. “Both objects are already with our expert conservation team for complete restoration,” the museum said. The museum, which said the incident occurred on October 4, noted... [Image text:] 636 C619 C631 A638 666 652 C613B644 660 C614 B651 8648 647 646 8607 661 8632