Empress Wu Zetian (Tang), Fine Art Print, First Female Emperor, Chinese watercolor on silk, Empresses, Queens, Gift for Her

Please note: Photo shown in this listing is a mockup with the art print. Please note that different sizes may vary slightly in the details included in each print.

Frame shown in the image is for demo purpose only and will not be included in this purchase. 

Bleed/Borders: All our art prints come with a 0.25 white boarder for easy matting and framing. If you desire a different bleed/border setup, please let us know when you order this item and we can prepare it for you including no bleed (no border), 0.5 or 1 inch border per your request. 

Our prints vs our canvases: 

Our Prints: Our cropped print series brings each empress up close — showcasing her unique gaze, symbolic colors, and timeless strength. Perfect for smaller spaces and meaningful gifts.

Our Canvas: For the full experience of each empress’s story, our canvas prints preserve the original scroll-inspired design — from elaborate headpieces to flowing robes. A museum-quality piece for your home.

About the empress/emperor: Wu Zetian was the only female emperor in Chinese history, ruling during the Tang Dynasty. Born into a wealthy family, she became a concubine to Emperor Taizong and later married his son, Emperor Gaozong. After Gaozong's stroke in 660, Wu effectively controlled the court, and upon his death in 683, she declared herself emperor in 690, establishing the Zhou Dynasty. Her reign was marked by significant territorial expansion, economic prosperity, and the promotion of Buddhism. She also reformed the imperial examination system to reduce corruption. Despite her achievements, Wu's rule was characterized by political purges and secret police activity. She was deposed in a coup in 705 and died shortly thereafter.