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Time Periods
Paleolithic
Mesolithic
Neolithic
Chalcolithic
Bronze Age
Iron Age
Classical Period
Post-Classical Period
Early Modern Period
Industrial Period
Contemporary Period
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The Dingjiazha Tomb No. 5 is a mural tomb located in Jiuquan, Gansu Province, China, associated with the Northern Liang kingdom. Constructed approximately between 384 and 441 CE, it marks a transitional period as the Sixteen Kingdoms ended and the Northern Wei Dynasty began. The tomb is notable for its intricate murals that adorn the walls and ceilings, depicting a layered representation of the universe, featuring celestial beings like nine-tail foxes and apsaras, as well as scenes of the lord and his household. The artistic style reflects influences from the Eastern Han, Northern Wei, and Jin dynasties, as well as the Mogao Caves. Of particular interest is the depiction of musical instruments, including some of the earliest representations of the lute in China, illustrating cultural exchanges during this period.
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