Yang Guifei

Unknown 1800-01/1899-12

Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art
Oak Brook, United States

One of the Four Beauties in ancient China , Yang Guifei was also known as Yang Yuhuan 杨玉环, the concubine of the Tang emperor Xuanzong (r. 712-756). It was said that her monopolization of the emperor’s love and attention led to his dereliction of state affairs and eventually a full-scale rebellion. Her stunning beauty, the epic romance, and her tragic death are legendary in Chinese historical lore.

Details

Title: Yang Guifei
Creator: Unknown
Date Created: 1800-01/1899-12
Location Created: China
Physical Dimensions: h 32.38 cm, w 16.51 cm
Type: Jade Carving
Rights: Lizzadro Museum, Oak Brook, Illinois, USA
Medium: Nephrite Jade

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