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Postcards of Qin Dynasty Terracotta Warriors and Horses

Given by Unknown Photo Snapper at Xi'an on July 96. Photos prepared oct 23 96

The pit of terracotta warriors and horses of the Qin dynasty is situated on the east side of Emperor Qin Shihuang's mausoleum and 38km to the east of Xi'an City.
The pit was discovered in March 1974.
The pit covers an area of almost 20000 square meters and over 100 chariots, 660 horses, 7000 warriors of various kinds and a number of weopens were buried in it.
These vivid and magnificent terracotta warriors and horses were constructed with fine workmanship and arranged in a battle array that gives one a microcosm of the army of the Qin Dynasty.
These figures are treasured works of art for the Chinese nation and indicate the amazing capabilities of the nation in the Qin dynasty.


Table of Contents for Postcards of Qin Dynasty Terracotta Warriors and Horses


001 Upper Part of a Terracotta warrior
002 No. 3 pit
003 Colored Head of a Terracotta warrior
004 Pottery Figure of a kneeling Archer
005 Part of No. 1 Pit
006 Terracotta Army
007 A Terracotta Warrior in Armour
008 View of No. 1 pit
009 Bronze Chariot with Horses and Driver
010 Bronze Chariot with Draught Horse


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