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Ancient Chimera Of Han Dynasty - c. 206-AD220#1124578

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Ancient  Chimera Of Han Dynasty -  c. 206-AD220#1124578
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Han Dynasty (c. 206 B.C. -A.D. 220) After a short civil
war, the Han dynasty emerged with its capital at
Changxan (now known as Xian). During this period we
see the expanded use of mingji. Replicas of actual
possessions, such as human figures, animals,
buildings and objects of daily life furnished tombs.
These mingji included glazed or painted pottery. The
Han Dynasty is divided into two periods Western Han
(Early Han), and Eastern Han (Later Han).
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Historical Value - Antiques bring the standards of
haute couture into the home. Antiquities are works of
art or utilitarian objects from ancient times, which have
normally been excavated from tombs or historical sites.
The huge worldwide demand for these ancient and
often beautiful pieces has led to a critical shortage and
therefore prices have soared to an unprecedented
higher level.
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Art in the Tomb - China is a land full of ancient sites
awaiting investigation. Since coming to power the
government of the People? Republic has conducted a
series of model excavations of ancient tombs,
dramatically increasing our fragmentary knowledge of
its huge past.


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The aristocratic burial customs of the Han dynasty had
subsequently spread to all sections of society, and by
the time of Tang it was usual for every family to furnish
her dead in their graves with ?pirit figures?, animals or
things that have been enjoyed during their lifetime.
During the early dynasties of the Shang (c.1600-1027 ...
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<tr><td>Condition: Tail missing . Although not at its best shape, we still estimate that it is a good investment due to its rarity .</td></tr>
<tr><td>Year: Han Dynasty (c. 206 B.C. -A.D. 220)</td></tr>






<tr><td>Title:Ancient Chimera Of Han Dynasty - c. 206-AD220</td></tr>



<tr><td>Location:daly city,ca, usa</td></tr>
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