Brick relief captures ancient acrobatic show on moving chariots

This Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220) brick captures a breathtaking moment from a circus-like acrobatic show on moving chariots. On the bottom right, a rider raises a flag, leading the way. On the top right, another rider shoots backwards while galloping. On their left, a performer balances on a rope stretched across the chariots by two men, while another hangs upside down from a pole, holding a ball and a performer in each hand.

The skill, danger, and thrill carved into this brick show how spectacular entertainment was 1,800 years ago. Visit Henan Museum and meet this brick face to face!