Eastern Han Dynasty Collection

Jing Ke's assassination attempt on China's First Emperor Qin Shi Huang... 25-220. Creator: Central Asian Art
Jing Ke's assassination attempt on China's First Emperor Qin Shi Huang. (Rubbing from the Brick Relief from the Wu shrines), 25-220

The rubbing from the Brick Relief with sowing and harvesting, 25-220. Creator: Central Asian Art
The rubbing from the Brick Relief with sowing and harvesting, 25-220. Found in the collection of the Sichuan Provincial Museum, Chengdu

The rubbing from the Brick Relief with many kinds of merchants, 25-220. Creator: Central Asian Art
The rubbing from the Brick Relief with many kinds of merchants, 25-220. Found in the collection of the Sichuan Provincial Museum, Chengdu

The rubbing from the carved stone chambers of the Wu Family in Shantung Province, 25-220. Creator: Central Asian Art
The rubbing from the carved stone chambers of the Wu Family in Shantung Province, 25-220. Found in the collection of the Sichuan Provincial Museum, Chengdu

The rubbing from the Brick Relief with Harvesting, Fishing and Hunting Scene, 25-220. Creator: Central Asian Art
The rubbing from the Brick Relief with Harvesting, Fishing and Hunting Scene, 25-220. Found in the collection of the Sichuan Provincial Museum, Chengdu

Model of a Multistory House, 25-220. Creator: Chinese Master
Model of a Multistory House, 25-220. Found in the collection of the Henan Museum, Zhengzhou

Mirror with Queen Mother of the West (Xiwangmu) and Duke Father of the East (Dongwanggong
425415 Mirror with Queen Mother of the West (Xiwangmu) and Duke Father of the East (Dongwanggong), 25-220 (iron with gold sheet & traces of silk) by Chinese School

Parody showing a beauty in the place of Guan Yu with his attendant, c. 1790 (woodblock)
873265 Parody showing a beauty in the place of Guan Yu with his attendant, c.1790 (woodblock) by Shuncho, Katsukawa (fl.1783-1821); 68.1 x11.43 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

Emperor Ming Ti (r. 57-75 AD) bestowing honours on two aged men
CHT176854 Emperor Ming Ti (r.57-75 AD) bestowing honours on two aged men, from a history of Chinese emperors (colour on silk) by Chinese School (17th century); Bibliotheque Nationale, Paris

Funerary Relief with Chariot Procession, 2nd Century. Creator: Unknown
Funerary Relief with Chariot Procession, 2nd Century

Chimera Seal 3rd Century China Eastern Han dynasty
Chimera with Seal, c. 3rd Century. China, Eastern Han dynasty (25-220). Bronze; overall: 1.8 x 1.2 cm (11/16 x 1/2 in.)

Wu Family Shrines (Wu Liang Shrine) in Jiaxiang, ca 151. Found in the Collection of Princeton University Art Museum

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The Eastern Han Dynasty was a period of great cultural and technological advancement in ancient China. Lasting from 25 to 220 AD, this dynasty saw the rise of powerful emperors such as Emperor Guangwu and Emperor Ming. The Silk Road flourished during this time, connecting China with the Roman Empire and facilitating trade between East and West. Innovations in agriculture, such as the introduction of the iron plow, led to increased food production and population growth. The invention of paper revolutionized communication and education, while advancements in medicine improved healthcare for the people. Artistic achievements also thrived during the Eastern Han Dynasty, with intricate pottery, bronze sculptures, and jade carvings becoming highly prized commodities. Confucianism became the dominant philosophy of the era, shaping government policies and social norms. Despite its many accomplishments, internal corruption and external threats eventually led to the downfall of the Eastern Han Dynasty. However, its legacy lives on through its contributions to Chinese culture and history.