The "20th Century Hong Kong Painted Porcelains—Gangcai " focuses on the history of Gangcai industry from the 1920s to the 1990s, illustrating how the sector developed a distinctive style Gangcai porcelain out of the techniques of Guangdong painted porcelain with the unique historical context of the era. Gangcai was mainly produced for exports, this historical development reflects the distinctive role of Hong Kong on the global stage; those commodity porcelain wares sold domestically are cherished pieces of Hong Kong history. Special features of Gangcai includes: fusion of multiple cultures, antique-style with modern elements, chinoiserie, basing on historical painting for exports, armorial pattern, governor’s pattern, Christian theme in Chinese style, 'marked' porcelain, cross-over with other brands, and calligraphy and painting style. The collected items reveal how social, economic, political, and wartime factors affect the choice of patterns in Gangcai, how the different stylistic forms came with unique craftsmanship, as well as about the modus operandi and culture of the industry, and even the personal life trajectories of practitioners. Readers will gain insight into the intricate interplay of time period, location, and the people Gangcai, tracing the journey from its beginnings through its growth to the eventual decline.