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The Lion Dance murals and engravings have been found dating back to the Han Dynasty (206 BC - 221 AD). Lions are not naturally indigenous to China, so the dance was probably developed through foreign influence. Artists created replicas of the animals using materials such as paper (mache') and bamboo. The dance eventually became a traditional part of Chinese culture.
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