Pair of Seated Figures Playing Liubo 1st century –1st century China Both written records and archaeological finds attest to the popularity of the game of liubo (sometimes translated "six rods") during the Han dynasty. A board divided into roads, and twelve pieces (six for each players) and dice thrown to determine moves, constitute the basic equipment for the game. It is thought the pattern on the board has cosmological significance illustrative of earlier traditions of divinatory Pair of Seated Figures Playing Liubo. China. 1st century –1st century Earthenware wit
Pair of Seated Figures Playing Liubo 1st century –1st century China Both written records and archaeological finds attest to the popularity of the game of liubo (sometimes translated "six rods") during the Han dynasty. A board divided into roads, and twelve pieces (six for each players) and dice thrown to determine moves, constitute the basic equipment for the game. It is thought the pattern on the board has cosmological significance illustrative of earlier traditions of divinatory Pair of Seated Figures Playing Liubo. China. 1st century –1st century Earthenware with pigment. Han dynasty (206 – 220). Tomb Pottery
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