Move over, pottery wheels—there’s a new global ceramics collab brewing! 🌍 Javier Muñoz Gallego, a city councilor from Spain’s historic pottery hub Talavera de la Reina, just crowned Jingdezhen as "the top of ceramic" during the Global Mayors Dialogue in China’s Jiangxi Province.
Centuries of Craftsmanship
Muñoz Gallego gushed about Jingdezhen’s "amazing" blend of ancient techniques and modern creativity, shouting out its universities and vibrant art scene. 🎨 Fun fact: Both cities have been shaping clay into masterpieces for over 1,000 years!
Building Bridges Through Art
In a chat with CGTN’s Zhang Meng, the councilor highlighted shared ceramic traditions and teased future cultural exchanges. "We’re ready to learn and grow together," he said—proving art truly has no borders. 🤝
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Spanish city councilor hails Jingdezhen as 'the top of ceramic'
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