Cixian Wanzhang Northern Wei Dynasty Mural Tomb

Author: Huang Wenkun
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Publish Date: 2003-03-01
Features: The Beizhan Northern Wei Mural Tomb in Wanzhang, Cixian County, Hebei Province, is a major archaeological discovery in recent years related to the Wei, Jin, Southern and Northern Dynasties period. The tomb is on a grand scale, and the murals inside are the highest level of craftsmanship known among Northern Wei mural tombs. A large number of exquisite pottery jars and other burial artifacts were unearthed, vividly reflecting the ceremonial guards, funeral systems, social life, clothing, and painting art of the time. This book is the official excavation report of the tomb, providing a comprehensive and scientific record of the relevant materials and meticulous integrated research. Analysis suggests that the tomb is likely the of Emperor Wenxuan of Northern Qi, Gao Yang.