In a time of war, Chinese museums are a safe haven for ancient treasures of Iran.
Cultural exchanges established with the Middle East are underscoring China’s role as a safe harbour for vulnerable global heritage.

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China’s Billionaire Museums Get a Harsh Reality Check.
Three case studies reveal how economic downturn is exposing the fragile foundations of China’s private museum boom.
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A Eulogy to China’s Art Museums.
Many private art museums in China are having trouble admitting they no longer exist
Standing in the ruins of the Arata Isozaki-designed Shanghai Himalayas Museum, I feel oddly at ease.

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