Fang Lili Attended Creative Clays Exhibition in Italy
The exhibition showcased ceramic heritage and connections between Faenza, Jingdezhen, and Limoges.
Updated on Sept. 28, 2026 in Cultural
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Fang Lili attended the opening of the Creative Clays exhibition in Faenza, Italy, in early September 2026. The display explored ceramic traditions and historical links across three prominent global ceramic cities.
Why it matters
This exhibition highlights cross-cultural research into how heritage and creative development can foster sustainable growth in historic craft hubs. It emphasizes the collaborative evolution of ceramic centers through shared artistic and industrial narratives.
The exhibition unites three international ceramic cities and relies on 30 years of research by Fang Lili regarding the evolution of Jingdezhen.
The players
Fang Lili
An expert researcher who has spent 30 years studying the evolution of Jingdezhen as a global ceramic hub.
UNESCO Creative Cities Network
A program launched in 2004 that promotes cooperation among cities that have identified creativity as a strategic factor for sustainable urban development.
Carlo Zauli Museum
An institution located in Faenza, Italy, dedicated to the legacy of the ceramic artist Carlo Zauli and contemporary art research.
The details
Hosted at the Carlo Zauli Museum, the exhibition introduced images and heritage highlights of the Taoxichuan Ceramic Art Avenue. Fang Lili led discussions regarding the transition of Jingdezhen and its development as a major hub for modern ceramic art.
Timeline
Faenza and Jingdezhen established a sister city relationship in 2013.
Jingdezhen joined the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in 2014.
Faenza joined the UNESCO Creative Cities Network in 2025.
Fang Lili attended the exhibition opening in early September 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This collaboration mirrors the strategic networking encouraged by the UNESCO Creative Cities Network, which aims to preserve cultural crafts through global partnerships. It demonstrates how traditional centers like Limoges, Jingdezhen, and Faenza maintain relevance in a modern creative economy.
Art enthusiasts and researchers can explore the heritage materials presented during the exhibition through the documentation provided by the Carlo Zauli Museum. The event provides insight into how historic ceramic towns now function as modern creative hubs.
The takeaway
Ceramic heritage sites are increasingly using global sister-city partnerships to share research and sustain artistic production. These collaborations show how traditional crafts can adapt to modern sustainability standards while preserving historical techniques.
Further reading
For more on how heritage industries evolve, explore the Cultural archives.
Source note: This article includes information reported by China Daily.
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