National Treasure – Statue of Horse Trampling a Xiongnu (Western Han Dynasty)
Huo Qubing, a legendary Han Dynasty general, is commemorated by the statue of a horse trampling a Xiongnu barbarian.
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National Treasure – Houmuwu Ding (Shang Dynasty)
The Houmuwu ding is definitely the heaviest of the heavy, the ultimate National “Heavy” Treasure 國之”重”器.
National Treasure – Da Ke Ding (Western Zhou Dynasty)
The ding was an honour given by feudal kings, and it was unusual for a chef to be given such high honour.
National Treasure – Da Yu Bronze Ding (Western Zhou Dynasty)
After leaving Beijing two different times, it is finally back in the Capital for good.
National Treasure – Agate Rhyton Inlaid With Gold Plug (Tang Dynasty)
The agate rhyton inlaid with gold plug, a decorative item likely from the Silk Road, reflects cross-cultural exchange. Originating from the West, it demonstrates the Tang people’s curiosity, admiration, and inclusiveness towards foreign civilisations.
National Treasure – Gold-decorated Silver Kettle with the Pattern of a Dancing Horse (Tang Dynasty)
This kettle from the Tang Dynasty symbolises the culture of dancing horses in ancient China. The detailed design depicts the grand equestrial performances that took place during Emperor Xuanzong’s birthday celebrations.
National Treasure – Phoenix Coronet for Empress Xiaoduan (Ming Dynasty)
In 1956, the Dingling archaeological dig uncovered Empress Xiaoduan’s 九龍九鳳冠 phoenix coronet with nine dragons and nine phoenixes.
National Treasure – Bronze Chariot No. 1 (Qin Dynasty)
The two bronze chariots and horses found at Emperor Qin Shihuang’s mausoleum are known as “The Crown of Bronze Works”. Excavated in 1980, they are significant evidence of ancient Chinese science and technology.