1. Objects

Processions of the Foreigners

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Procession from the Qen Dynasty, IV 1007


The Processions of the Foreigners are a genre of art scroll in Xiao art which depicts foreign emissaries visiting the Imperial City of Wu Shu. It is believed that these pieces were commissioned by the Emperors of Xiao as a means of demonstrating the Imperial power.




Examples and Notable Figures


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Procession from the Qen Dynasty, IV 1007


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Left to right: Kardunashi, Meradareen, Awilu, and Voramese ambassadors

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Left to right: Notoshi, Byori, Kanaka Moku, and two Vyukti ambassadors

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Left to right: Bodabwu, Pearlmen, Shan, and Danong ambassadors