Browse Collections (7 total)
Ceramic
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Ceramic (from clay) produces a lot of containers and tools for many ancient Chinese people.
Fabric
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Fabric, whether it is made by wool, or silk, involves in Chinese people's everyday life.
Metal
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Similar to minerals, metals are considered as abundant raw materials for crafting products.
Mineral
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Unearthed from the ground, minerals are some raw materials that are widely used.
Other Materials
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Other undefined items are categorised here, such as items made of animal skins, body parts, or something intangible.
Paper
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Being one of the 4 great inventions in China, paper exists in everyone's daily life for centuries. Many products and crafts rely on papers.
Wood / Bamboo
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Given that the lower technological requirements and its usefulness, wood and bamboo are the primary raw materials among ancient Chinese people.