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A three-quarter view captures a finely detailed figurine of Empress Dowager Xiao, also known as Xiao Chuo and Xiao Yanyan, displayed within a clear acrylic or glass cuboid case. The figurine, depicted with a light complexion and a gentle smile, wears an elaborate silver-colored headdress atop dark hair. Her attire consists of a long, deep pink robe adorned with a repeating pattern, featuring gold trim along the V-neckline and wide cuffs. Two long, golden sashes hang vertically from the waist. The figurine's hands are clasped at the midsection. The display case rests on a white rectangular pedestal. A printed white sign on the pedestal provides descriptive text in English, detailing Empress Dowager Xiao as an "outstanding female politician and military strategist" who "promoted the Liao Dynasty to its heyday, advanced the sinicization of the Khitan people, and laid the foundation for the multi-ethnic governance of the Liao Dynasty." Above this sign, a smaller, dark brown rectangular plaque with unreadable text is visible. The immediate background behind the display case features a textured, reddish-brown surface, likely wood paneling, reflecting ambient light. The scene is situated in the city of Guta, China.
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