Empress Xu, Huo, Wang (Han Dynasty) Stretched Canvas Print - Empress Trio - Lunar New Year Gift for Successful Women, Ready to Hang, Installed with D-Ring and Wires

Originally designed and painted on silk by Xiang Li, this artwork is printed on high-quality stretched or rolled canvas prints. Made with carefully hand-stretched fabric on a wooden frame, our prints will showcase your work in bright, stunning colors that will last for decades.

Printing Method: Giclee, Eco-Solvent Inkjet

Both framed and unframed canvas is ready to hang with D-ring already installed

Additional canvas prints, framed canvas, frame colors are available upon request.

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About the empresses

Empress Xu Pingjun (89–71 BCE), formally Empress Gong'ai, was the beloved first wife of Emperor Xuan of Han, known for his efforts to stabilize the dynasty. Coming from a humble background, Xu became empress due to Xuan’s devotion, breaking aristocratic norms. She was celebrated for her kindness and simplicity, supporting the emperor’s vision for harmony. Tragically, she was poisoned by rivals, including Huo Guang’s wife, who sought to replace her with their daughter. Her death deeply impacted Emperor Xuan and highlighted the dangers of court politics.

Empress Huo Chengjun (died 54 BCE), the second wife of Emperor Xuan, was elevated due to her father Huo Guang’s power as regent. Despite her high status, she failed to win the emperor’s affection, especially after her family was implicated in Empress Xu’s poisoning. Following her father’s death and her family’s downfall, she was stripped of her title and lived in obscurity, her life reflecting the volatile struggles of the Han court.

Empress Wang (died 16 BCE), the third wife of Emperor Xuan, was chosen for her virtuous character after the disgrace of Empress Huo. She supported Emperor Xuan’s efforts to stabilize the dynasty and was praised for her humility and composure. Her tenure as empress brought a sense of calm to the court and reflected a shift toward selecting consorts based on personal merit rather than political alliances.