Report on the Excavation of the Tomb of Prince Tang Jianmin

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Publish Date: 2004-06-01
Features: The Tang Prince Li Chongjun's Tomb is one of the accompanying tombs of Emperor Zhongzong Li Xian of the Tang Dynasty, located 200 meters northwest of Nanling Village in Gongli Township, Fuping County, Shaanxi Province. From March to December 1995, the Shaanxi Provincial Institute of Archaeology conducted a comprehensive clearing and excavation of the tomb, uncovering murals. Over 450 artifacts were unearthed, including various painted pottery figurines, tri-color figurines, and model funerary objects, as well as small pieces of ceramics, jade, stone, bronze, and ironware, along with a small number of gold and silver ornaments. Additionally, items such as jade mourning inscriptions and fragments of posthumous titles were found. These material remains hold significant importance for studying Tang Dynasty political systems and court life.