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Illustration
This is an ancient Chinese brick from a tomb doorway, which was created during the Han Dynasty (206 BCE-220 CE) and made from clay. This brick depicts dueling boars and tigers. (Victoria & Albert Museum, London)
About the Author
James is a writer and former Professor of History. He holds an MA in World History with a particular interest in cross-cultural exchange and world history. He is a co-founder of World History Encyclopedia and formerly was its Communications Director.
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APA Style
Wiener, J. B. (2017, November 08). Ancient Chinese Brick. World History Encyclopedia. Retrieved from https://www.worldhistory.org/image/7579/ancient-chinese-brick/
Chicago Style
Wiener, James Blake. "Ancient Chinese Brick." World History Encyclopedia. Last modified November 08, 2017. https://www.worldhistory.org/image/7579/ancient-chinese-brick/.
MLA Style
Wiener, James Blake. "Ancient Chinese Brick." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 08 Nov 2017. Web. 26 Mar 2023.
