What are the characteristics of Terracotta Warriors?

Advocating realism and rigorous techniques are the main artistic features of the Terracotta Warriors and Horses in the Mausoleum of Qin Shihuang. The warrior figures are 175 ~ 196 cm high, and the Taoma figures are 150 ~ 172 cm high and 200 ~ 203 cm long. The figure is the same as a real horse, and the appearance and clothing are strictly simulated. All kinds of hairstyles, rubber bands with nail plates, hooks for tying belts, leggings for leggings, boot straps for tying instep, stitching for wearing soles, saddles for wearing horses, etc. All of them are meticulous descriptions, which reflect the rigor of ceramic sculptor's creative attitude, profound observation of life and superb performance skills.

Distinctive personality and vivid image are another artistic feature of Qin figurines. Warrior figurines can be roughly divided into seven categories: military attache figurines, armored infantry figurines, light infantry figurines, vertical crossbow figurines, squatting crossbow figurines, cavalry figurines, and rider's hand figurines, all of which are classified and shaped, and then made by artificial decoration. There are several different avatar models in each category. This method of combining molding and manual molding is not only convenient for mass production, but also can avoid the shortcomings of many people. Through the description of eyebrow eye, nose wing and beard, the author tries to shape the image of a soldier who is determined, brave, calm, witty, mighty and vigorous. At the same time, through different clothing, it shows different levels of identity. In the mighty and powerful * * *, we also noticed the characterization of different personalities. For example, a warrior figure with a sword unearthed in pit 1 has the spirit of strategizing and strategizing; A lowered general figurine unearthed in the No.2 pit stood in awe, showing a well-managed and awe-inspiring momentum. Another example is the squatting crossbow figurines unearthed in the second pit, which are particularly witty and brave; Many armored infantry figurines unearthed in pit 1 have a tenacious temperament; A light infantry figurine with a beard looks very funny and optimistic. Due to the uneven craftsmanship, there are also a few dull and sad images in the terracotta warriors, and some of them are out of proportion. This kind of low-level work is just a tributary of the Terracotta Warriors. From the mainstream point of view, the Terracotta Warriors and Horses of Qin Shihuang Mausoleum are worthy of being a symbol of the epoch-making achievements of sculpture art in Qin Dynasty.

Characteristics of Terracotta Warriors and Horses in Han Dynasty

In terms of production technology, the Terracotta Warriors and Horses are made of molds, and then processed and shaped twice, with similar size. However, if you look closely, you will find that their expressions are varied and different. One of them leaned back with his head held high, his mouth open, as if crying uncontrollably, and the two around him leaned over, one tilting his face, as if comforting and persuading the crying person; Others are closed and low, frowning, and the corners of their mouths curl downward, showing introverted and silent sadness, which is consistent with the overall solemn military theme. Of course, there are also many images of young soldiers who are relaxed, lively and naughty. Maybe he is a true portrayal of the soul of a sculptor. In short, these people's personality characteristics are vividly and meticulously expressed through a few strokes. After the formation of these terracotta figures, there is also a manual trimming process by craftsmen. In this process, their subjective initiative and artistic creativity have been greatly exerted. Under their dexterous hands, some ordinary soil has been endowed with infinite vitality. Standing here, it seems like terracotta warriors and horses, but a living team is coming to you, which fully embodies the superb and outstanding production technology of the working people in Han Dynasty. The Qin Terracotta Warriors and Horses in Xi 'an are tall and spectacular. Indeed, the lifelike Qin Terracotta Warriors and Horses give people a kind of unrestrained and vigorous beauty. However, the development of any art has a process from concrete to abstract. The Terracotta Warriors and Horses in Han Dynasty developed on the basis of inheriting the style of Terracotta Warriors and Horses in Qin Dynasty, and changed from realism to freehand brushwork. It does not pay attention to the accuracy of the proportion of characters' lines, but to the inner world and mental outlook of characters.