Each Terra Cotta Warrior has a unique facial expression

Posted by David Eicher
on Sunday, July 19, 2009

Each of the warriors made to guard the first Chinese emperor, Qin Shi Huang, in the afterlife, has a unique facial expression, a remarkable tribute to the craftsmanship that went into this great tomb.

Related blog: "Face to face with Xian’s Terra Cotta Warriors," by David J. Eicher, Editor

Credit: David J. Eicher

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