National Treasure – Jade Seal of the Empress (Western Han Dynasty)
She was the dictator behind the young emperors in the early years of the Han dynasty, and this seal was the only thing left to show.
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National Treasure – Nestorianism Spread in China Stele (Tang Dynasty)
Hallelujah! May the Gospel of our Lord spread far and wide!
Great Mosque of Xi’an 化觉巷清真大寺
After passing the Bell Tower 钟楼 and Drum Tower 鼓楼 in the ancient capital Xi’an, you will be in theContinue Reading
Treasures – Gold Bowl with Mandarin Duck and Lotus Pattern (Tang Dynasty)
A golden bowl is symbolic to a life of prosperity. Imagine you have two of them from the emperor.
Treasures – Daxia Stone Horse (Great Xia Dynasty)
And this time during Great Xia dynasty, the invaders were victorious and created a similar horse statue.
National Treasure – Sancai Pottery Performers on Camelback (Tang Dynasty)
The Tang Dynasty relic portrays a touring orchestra on a camel’s back, exemplifies the tri-coloured glazing technique.
Treasures – Multi-Facet Jet Seal by Dugu Xin (Western Wei Dynasty)
Dugu Xin, a general of the Western Wei Dynasty, owned a unique 26-faced jet seal, which held significant cultural value. The seal represented his authority and was used for various official purposes.
Treasures – Painted Gold-leafed Stone Couch with Three-Sided Screen (Northern Zhou Dynasty)
The Sogdians, known for their wealth, practiced Zoroastrianism and left a rich cultural legacy in China.
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.
Treasures – Gold-Inlaid Tiger-shaped Tally with Inscription (Warring States – Qin)
Before modern communications, orders to mobilise troops were conveyed using tallies, similar to the gold-inlaid tiger-shaped tally.