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China: 'Su Wu Tending Sheep'. Qing Dynasty painter Huang Shen (1687-1772) (Shanghai Museum, Shanghai)

Su Wu was a Chinese diplomat and statesman of the Han Dynasty. He is known in Chinese history for making a mission to Central Asia, where he was seized and held captive by the nomads.<br/><br/>. According to Chinese tradition, Su Wu endured long years of servitude herding sheep, before managing eventually to return home to China.<br/><br/>.

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China: 'Su Wu Tending Sheep'. Qing Dynasty painter Huang Shen (1687-1772) (Shanghai Museum, Shanghai)

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Su Wu was a Chinese diplomat and statesman of the Han Dynasty. He is known in Chinese history for making a mission to Central Asia, where he was seized and held captive by the nomads.

. According to Chinese tradition, Su Wu endured long years of servitude herding sheep, before managing eventually to return home to China.

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36.5 x 34.3 cm | 14.4 x 13.5 in (300 dpi)

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