China Then and Now

Han Dynasty (206 B.C.–A.D. 220)

Han tomb guardian
2012.91.70, tomb guardian, painted ceramic
Eason Eige collection; photo by B. Bernard

The wooden arms for this tomb guardian did not survive the centuries. The remaining portion is 24 inches (61 cm) tall. In the next photo you can see the face in profile, along with the sockets for the arms.

Detail of tomb guardian
Photo by B. Bernard

To see a very different tomb guardian, from the Tang dynasty, please click here.

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