Tang Dynasty tomb figurines found in north China

Photo taken on Dec. 17, 2019 shows a view of an ancient tomb in Xixian New District, northwest China's Shaanxi Province. A tomb dating back to the Tang Dynasty (618-907) was discovered in northwest China's Shaanxi Province, the province's archaeology institute said Tuesday. The tomb, found in Yancun Village, Xixian New District, is believed to belong to Xue Shao, the first husband of Princess Taiping, daughter of Emperor Gaozong of the Tang Dynasty. The Shaanxi Provincial Institute of Archaeology worked on the excavation of the tomb from August to December this year, and unearthed a total of 120 relics, most of which are painted pottery figures. (Xinhua/Li Yibo)