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Tomb brick
Tomb brick

Tomb brick

Place of OriginChina
Date25-220
PeriodEastern Han period (25-220)
MaterialsEarthenware
DimensionsW. 7 1/2 in x L. 18 in x D. 3 3/4 in, w. 19.1 cm x L. 45.7 cm x D. 9.5 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60S77
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsSculpture
On View
On view
LocationGallery 15
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Tomb Elements

The walls of tombs and the coffins themselves were sometimes elaborately decorated. These decorations tend to be two-dimensional, and often reflect the fashion in painting of the time. Themes included legendary figures, often those noted for proper moral conduct and filial piety; religious and supernatural beings; and idealized pursuits of the aristocracy.


 

Subject
  • chariot
  • horse