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Chinese artist jailed over satirical Mao sculptures, say rights groups

The case against Gao Zhen, who was prosecuted under a law banning "slander of heroes", has been seen as an assault on artistic freedom.

Chinese artist jailed over satirical Mao sculptures, say rights groups

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The case against Gao Zhen, who was prosecuted under a law banning "slander of heroes", has been seen as an assault on artistic freedom.

Original source: BBC Entertainment and Arts
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