The Chinese Terracotta Soldiers

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MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE EXHIBITION

   

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 In 1974, a farmer digging a well, uncovered what is now referred to as the Eighth Wonder of the World.  

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 Over 7,000 terracotta soldiers were unearthed. They are being restored and are displayed in Xian.   Our exhibition brings to America a look at some of these treasures. 

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These life sized reproductions have been created using the same techniques as the originals.  No two soldiers are alike.

 

 

 

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 Generals, cavalrymen, soldiers and archers are represented in these exhibitions. The armors, tunics and scarves are all specific to the rank of the soldiers.
 

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 The exhibition is also displayed in a battle formation.  Information accompanies the exhibition.

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 The terracotta horses make the exhibition an impressive display.

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 Originally, the soldiers were painted in bright colours.  Over time, the colours have faded and flaked off.   

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 We know we have had a successful event when the children tell us they really liked the exhibition.

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