The First Emperor: China's entombed warriors
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Come face to face with the legendary terracotta warriors
One of the greatest archaeological discoveries of the twentieth century, the guardian warriors of China’s first Emperor have captivated audiences around the world.
Discovered by villagers in 1974, this vast underground army was created to protect the tomb of the first Emperor of China, Qin Shihuang (221-220 BCE) in readiness for the afterlife.
The First Emperor: China’s entombed warriors brings to Australia over 120 objects, featuring ten terracotta warriors including foot soldiers, generals, kneeling bowmen and horses. Normally viewed at a distance, this is a rare opportunity to examine the details and intricacies of these iconic figures.
Rare and precious ceremonial bells and daggers, ornamental jade and brass, pottery and ceramics, and significant recent finds also discovered in the Emperor tomb complex will be on display alongside the warriors.
The exhibition reveals the fascinating story of a key figure in world history, who unified China, leaving a legacy that has lasted over 2000 years.
Drawn from institutions in Shaanxi province, including the Museum of Terracotta Warriors and Horses of Emperor Qin Shihuang.
Event Snapshot
When:
- Between Saturday 01 January and Sunday 13 March from 10.00 to 17.00
Open daily 10am – 5pm,
Wednesdays from 5 January until 9pm
Saturdays from 8 January until 8pm
Chinese New Year late opening
Saturday 5 February until midnight
Where:
Art Gallery of NSW, Art Gallery Road The Domain Sydney 2000 Venue details
Cost:
Adult: $20
Children: $15
Senior: $15
Family (2 adults + up to 3 children): $55
Website:
More Info:
Art Gallery of New South Wales
Information desk
1800 679 278
artmail@ag.nsw.gov.au
How to get to this event:
Sydney Explorer Bus Stop 6, Bus 441, nearest train stations are St James and Martin Place.
Domain Car Park – Open 7:00am to 9:00pm (Mon-Sat), 10:00am to 6:00pm (Sun) contact office for operation hours on public holidays. Address – Sir John Young Crescent, Woolloomooloo. Entry via St. Mary’s Road. Tel: 02 9232 6165 or 02 9232 6944.
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Location
Art Gallery of NSW, Art Gallery Road The Domain Sydney 2000
