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China: Empress Zheng (1079-1130), consort of Emperor Huizong, 8th ruler of the Song Dynasty (r.1100-1126). Hanging scroll painting, c. 1100-1130

China: Empress Zheng (1079-1130), consort of Emperor Huizong, 8th ruler of the Song Dynasty (r.1100-1126). Hanging scroll painting, c. 1100-1130.<br/><br/>. Empress Zheng, also known as Xiansu, was consort to Emperor Huizong. She served as a lady-in-waiting to Empress Xiang, Huizong's mother, and was presented to him as a wedding gift by the Empress. When Empress Wang passed away in 1110, Zheng was appointed as Emperor Huizong's new empress, an elevation that was controversial due to her humble origins. She was captured with her husband by the Jurchen during the Jingkang Incident and sent into exile.
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China: Empress Zheng (1079-1130), consort of Emperor Huizong, 8th ruler of the Song Dynasty (r.1100-1126). Hanging scroll painting, c. 1100-1130
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China: Empress Zheng (1079-1130), consort of Emperor Huizong, 8th ruler of the Song Dynasty (r.1100-1126). Hanging scroll painting, c. 1100-1130.

. Empress Zheng, also known as Xiansu, was consort to Emperor Huizong. She served as a lady-in-waiting to Empress Xiang, Huizong's mother, and was presented to him as a wedding gift by the Empress. When Empress Wang passed away in 1110, Zheng was appointed as Emperor Huizong's new empress, an elevation that was controversial due to her humble origins. She was captured with her husband by the Jurchen during the Jingkang Incident and sent into exile.
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1872 x 3342 px | 17.9 MB
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15.8 x 28.3 cm | 6.2 x 11.1 in (300 dpi)
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