
Ancient Silk Manuscripts Return Home
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art returns ancient Zidanku Silk Manuscripts from the Warring States period to China’s National Cultural Heritage Administration.
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The Smithsonian’s National Museum of Asian Art returns ancient Zidanku Silk Manuscripts from the Warring States period to China’s National Cultural Heritage Administration.
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