Dignitary Fragment.  Sarbi / Xianbei People.  Clay Figure.  Northern Qi Dynasty.  Shan Dong / Shan Tung Province.  NE China

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The Sarbi (Xianbei) were an ancient nomadic people who once resided in – what is known today as – inner Mongolia.  In 550 – 577, this area was part of the Northern Qi Dynasty . .  within the Shan Dong province.  The dynasty was founded by Emperor Wenxuan and ended following attacks from Northern Zhou.

This figure fragment was unearthed in the ancient city of Linzi  (Yingqui) in the 1940s.  A rare and phenomenal find.  Stand not included.  6.5″ tall x 3″ at widest point.