Artwork Details
16 x 18-1/2 in.
DynastyGift of Mr. and Mrs. Eli Lilly
CopyrightAsian Art (Chinese and other Asian)
Color Palette60.26 & .27 found 10 miles southwest of Loyang*; C. K. Chang. Eli Lilly (Sui dynasty for $2,400.) * from note in April 1950 list of art purchased from Chang
The cone-shaped hat and tight sleeves indicate styles of dress from West Asia.
The capital of the Tang dynasty was arguably the most cosmopolitan city of the world, enjoying imports carried along the Silk Road on the backs of camels, animals considered beneficent and noble.
During the Tang period more foreigners from different cultures came to China than ever before and they contributed to all aspects of culture.
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