Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Styles and Periods Facet
3. Styles and Periods (hierarchy name)
4. [styles, periods, and cultures by region]
5. Asian
6. East Asian
7. Chinese (culture or style)
8. Chinese prehistoric cultures and periods

Anotations

Scope note:

Culture and style of the Qiang people, who were evident by 3,000 years ago and thought to be of Tibetan-Burmese origin; they were prominent in ancient Chinese culture in various areas. The Tangut people of the Tang, Sung, and Yuan Dynasties may be of a people of Qiang descent.