A Bowl’s Tale

One thousand years ago, a porcelain bowl from the Fanchang Kiln in Anhui made its way to Africa.

One thousand years later, Professor Qin Dashu from Peking University recognized it.

A few ordinary people—through a phone call, a forward, and an unexpected trust—awakened a bridge.

2026 International Museum Day Theme:

Museums: Bridges Connecting the World

Where is the bridge? What is the bridge?

This short film is the answer.

Planner/Copywriter: Han Wen, Qian Dingguo

Filming/Production: Luo Guangxin, Han Wen

Cover Designer: Chang Huanhuan

Special Thanks:

Anhui Museum Association

Kenya Longren Travel Agency

Anhui Museum

Publicity Department of Fanchang District Committee of Wuhu City

Fanchang Museum

Wang Shiwei Master Studio of Anhui Daily Press Group