Category: China & The Orient

Terracotta Tomb Attendants

Companionship and Service Grave goods in the shape of human figures, made from materials such as wood and terracotta, have a long history in Chinese culture. By the time of the so-called First Emperor, Qin Shi Huang, founder of the Qin dynasty, whose terracotta army is widely known as the most impressive example of terracotta … Read more

By Francesca, 5th November 2019

Category: China & The Orient
Tags: , Ancient Art, Ancient Culture, Chinese Culture, Offerings to the Gods
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