Pottery painted female dancers

[Pottery painted female dancers]

Pottery painted female dancers, Tang Dynasty, 21.5 cm high and 11 cm wide
The female dancers wear a lapel half-sleeved shirt, a long skirt, a waist, and a slight side of the head. The arms are raised and lowered, the legs are extended and flexed, the waist is twisted and dancing. According to the regulations of the Tang Dynasty, there can be three women’s music at the fifth grade of the official rank, and there can be one women’s music at the third grade or above. The emperor can also give special gifts for outstanding meritorious deeds. Li Linfu and others have been granted special gifts. Some officials also arrogate to others and use women’s music that does not match their identity. This female dancer should be a vivid portrayal of the real life of dignitaries