The exhibition will also examine ancient China’s relationship with the outside world. The works in the exhibition-extremely rare ceramics, metalwork, textiles, sculpture, painting, calligraphy, and architectural models-are drawn exclusively from 32 museums and archaeological institutions in the People’s Republic of China, and a majority of the works have never before been seen in the West. 220) will explore the unprecedented role of art in creating a new and lasting Chinese cultural identity. Synthesizing new in-depth research and archaeological discoveries of the last 50 years, the landmark exhibition Age of Empires: Chinese Art of the Qin and Han Dynasties (221 B.C.– A.D. (excerpt from an inscription written on the back of a mirror on view in the exhibition)Ī major international loan exhibition featuring more than 160 ancient Chinese works of art-including renowned terracotta army warriors-will go on view at The Metropolitan Museum of Art beginning April 3. May the Central Kingdom be peaceful and secure, and prosper for generations and generations to come, by following the great law that governs all. A number of groups also managed to retain their own distinctive culture under Han rule one such is the Dian people, and a number of bronze ornaments will be on display depicting their distinct festivals and rituals.When you see your face reflected here, this mirror will dispel all harms and woes. Meanwhile the influence of maritime trade, which created a route into China for spices, gemstones, glasswork and metalwork from South and Southeast Asia, is exemplified in animals carved from orange-hued carnelian and necklaces made from amethyst, aquamarine, beryl and rock crystal. The impact of nearby Persian and Hellenistic kingdoms comes through in towering stone sculptures featuring a crouching lion – a creature not native to China – and fluted columns adorned with dragons. Also featured is an array of tomb figurines, which took the place of living attendants to forever serve those who had passed. The precious stone was chosen to signify purification of the body and protection from corruption. A highlight is a lavish burial suit built for a Han princess comprising more than 2,000 pieces of jade. Intricate lacquer ware, colourful and luxurious silk textiles and adorned musical instruments exemplify the opulent Han lifestyle, while similarly extravagant items were buried with them for the afterlife. A two-part section on the Han dynasty reveals the wealth experienced by society's elite, and later the outside influences that crept into the culture of this sprawling civilisation.
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