Shang Dynasty Collection

Fitting (Shi) in the Form of a Feline Head, between c.1100 and c.950 B.C.. Creator: Unknown
Fitting (Shi) in the Form of a Feline Head, between c.1100 and c.950 B.C

Blade, Shang period, c. 1600 / 1045 B. C. Creator: Unknown
Blade, Shang period, c. 1600/1045 B.C

Grain Vessel (Gui), Late Shang / early Western Zhou dynasty, 11th century B. C
Grain Vessel (Gui), Late Shang/early Western Zhou dynasty, 11th century B.C

Goblet (jia), Late Shang dynasty, 13th century-1046 B. C. Creator: Unknown
Goblet (jia), Late Shang dynasty, 13th century-1046 B.C

Hoe Blade, Neolithic period, (3rd / 2nd millennium B. C. ), or early Shang dynasty (c)
Hoe Blade, Neolithic period, (3rd/2nd millennium B.C.), or early Shang dynasty (c. 1600/1045 B.C.)

Knife, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 B. C. ). Creator: Unknown
Knife, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 B.C.)

Curved Dagger-Blade (ge), late Shang dynasty to Western Zhou dynasty, c. 1200-771 B. C
Curved Dagger-Blade (ge), late Shang dynasty to Western Zhou dynasty, c. 1200-771 B.C

Curved Dagger-Blade (ge), Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 BC), 13th-11th century B. C
Curved Dagger-Blade (ge), Shang dynasty (c.1600-1046 BC), 13th-11th century B.C

Dagger-Blade (Ge), Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 B. C. ) reworked later. Creator: Unknown
Dagger-Blade (Ge), Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 B.C.) reworked later

Collared Disc with Teeth, Shang dynasty (c. 1600- 1046 B. C. ). Creator: Unknown
Collared Disc with Teeth, Shang dynasty (c. 1600- 1046 B.C.)

Notched Disc, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 B. C. ). Creator: Unknown
Notched Disc, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 B.C.)

Bird-Shaped Container (zun), Late Shang dynasty (13th century-1046 B. C. )
Bird-Shaped Container (zun), Late Shang dynasty (13th century-1046 B.C.)

Plaque with Animal Mask, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 BC), 13th-11th century B. C
Plaque with Animal Mask, Shang dynasty (c.1600-1046 BC), 13th-11th century B.C

Plaque with Animal Head, Shang period, 13th-11th century B. C. Creator: Unknown
Plaque with Animal Head, Shang period, 13th-11th century B.C

Notched Disc, Neolithic to Shang period, c. 2000-1500 B. C. Creator: Unknown
Notched Disc, Neolithic to Shang period, c. 2000-1500 B.C

Handle-Shaped Jade, Shang period, 2nd millennium B. C. Creator: Unknown
Handle-Shaped Jade, Shang period, 2nd millennium B.C

Dagger-Axe (ge), Shang dynasty (1600 - 1046 B. C. ). Creator: Unknown
Dagger-Axe (ge), Shang dynasty (1600 - 1046 B.C.)

Notched and Grooved Axe, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 BC), late 2nd millennium B. C
Notched and Grooved Axe, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 BC), late 2nd millennium B.C

Notched Axe, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 BC), 1200-1000 B. C. Creator: Unknown
Notched Axe, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 BC), 1200-1000 B.C

Beaker, Shang dynasty ( about 1600-1050 BC ). Creator: Unknown
Beaker, Shang dynasty ( about 1600-1050 BC )

Collared Disc, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 B. C. ). Creator: Unknown
Collared Disc, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 B.C.)

Tripod Food Container (Li), Shang dynasty, Erligang period (c. 1500-1400 B. C. )
Tripod Food Container (Li), Shang dynasty, Erligang period (c. 1500-1400 B.C.)

Goblet, Shang dynasty ( about 1600-1046 BC ), 12th / 11th centry BC. Creator: Unknown
Goblet, Shang dynasty ( about 1600-1046 BC ), 12th/11th centry BC

Beaker, Shang dynasty ( about 1600-1046 BC ). Creator: Unknown
Beaker, Shang dynasty ( about 1600-1046 BC )

Rectangular Cauldron, Shang dynasty ( about 1600-1046 BC ), 12th / 11th century B. C
Rectangular Cauldron, Shang dynasty ( about 1600-1046 BC ), 12th/11th century B.C

Oracle Bones (76 total), Shang dynasty (about 1600-1046 BC). Creator: Unknown
Oracle Bones (76 total), Shang dynasty (about 1600-1046 BC). Segments of turtle plastrons and bones of oxen, polished, burned, with carved inscriptions

Tripod Cauldron oF Ran (Ran ding), Late Shang dynasty, 13th-11th century B. C
Tripod Cauldron oF Ran (Ran ding), Late Shang dynasty, 13th-11th century B.C

Axe, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046BC), late 2nd millennium B. C. Creator: Unknown
Axe, Shang dynasty (c.1600-1046BC), late 2nd millennium B.C

Barbed and Tanged Arrowhead, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 B. C. ). Creator: Unknown
Barbed and Tanged Arrowhead, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 B.C.)

Dagger-Blade (ge), late Shang dynasty to Western Zhou dynasty, c. 1200-771 B. C
Dagger-Blade (ge), late Shang dynasty to Western Zhou dynasty, c. 1200-771 B.C

Blade, late Neolithic period to early Shang period, c. 1600 / 1045 B. C. Creator: Unknown
Blade, late Neolithic period to early Shang period, c. 1600/1045 B.C

Pendant with Monster Mask, Shang period, 13th-11th century B. C. Creator: Unknown
Pendant with Monster Mask, Shang period, 13th-11th century B.C

Goblet, Erligang period or Early Shang dynasty, 16th / mid-15th centry BC. Creator: Unknown
Goblet, Erligang period or Early Shang dynasty, 16th/mid-15th centry BC

Footed Jar, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1050 B. C. ). Creator: Unknown
Footed Jar, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1050 B.C.). Possibly Henan province

Jar (Guan), Style of Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1050 B. C. ). Creator: Unknown
Jar (Guan), Style of Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1050 B.C.)

Hare Pendant, Shang to early Western Zhou period, 13th / 10th century B. C. Creator: Unknown
Hare Pendant, Shang to early Western Zhou period, 13th/10th century B.C

Pendant with Ram Head, Shang or Western Zhou period, 13th / 11th century B. C
Pendant with Ram Head, Shang or Western Zhou period, 13th/11th century B.C

Coiled Dragon Pendant, Shang period, 13th-11th century B. C. Creator: Unknown
Coiled Dragon Pendant, Shang period, 13th-11th century B.C

Arched pendant, late Neolithic period, Longshan culture, or early Shang period, c. 1600/1045 B.C

Pendant with Animal Head, Shang or Western Zhou period, 2nd / 1st millennium B. C
Pendant with Animal Head, Shang or Western Zhou period, 2nd/1st millennium B.C

Openwork Ornament, late Neolithic period, 3rd millennium B. C. or early Shang period
Openwork Ornament, late Neolithic period, 3rd millennium B.C. or early Shang period, c. 1600/1045 B.C

Dragon Pendant with Small Blade, Shang period, 13th-11th century B. C. Creator: Unknown
Dragon Pendant with Small Blade, Shang period, 13th-11th century B.C

Composite insect pendant, Shang period, 13th-11th century B. C. Creator: Unknown
Composite insect pendant, Shang period, 13th-11th century B.C

Hare Pendant, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 BC), 12th / 11th century B. C. Creator: Unknown
Hare Pendant, Shang dynasty (c.1600-1046 BC), 12th/11th century B.C

Bead with Animal Mask, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 BC), 13th-11th century B. C
Bead with Animal Mask, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 BC), 13th-11th century B.C

Ring with animal mask, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 BC), early 2nd millennium B. C
Ring with animal mask, Shang dynasty (c. 1600-1046 BC), early 2nd millennium B.C

Handle-Shaped Jade, Shang or Western Zhou dynasty, 2nd-early 1st millennium B. C
Handle-Shaped Jade, Shang or Western Zhou dynasty, 2nd-early 1st millennium B.C

Handle-Shaped Jade, Shang dynasty (c. 1046-771 BC), 13th-11th century B. C
Handle-Shaped Jade, Shang dynasty (c. 1046-771 BC), 13th-11th century B.C

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"Exploring the Shang Dynasty: A Glimpse into Ancient China's Rich History" The Shang Dynasty, which thrived during the period of c. 1600 to 1045 B. C. , remains a captivating era in Chinese history. The artifacts left behind by this enigmatic civilization offer us valuable insights into their culture and way of life. One such artifact is the Blade from the Shang period, dating back thousands of years. Its unknown creator showcases the remarkable craftsmanship prevalent during that time. This blade symbolizes both strength and precision, reflecting the skills possessed by ancient artisans. Another intriguing relic is the Grain Vessel (Gui) from late Shang to early Western Zhou dynasty, crafted around the 11th century B. C. This vessel served as a testament to their agricultural practices and societal importance placed on food production. The Goblet (jia), also hailing from the Late Shang dynasty, further exemplifies their artistic prowess. Created between the 13th and 11th centuries B. C. , its intricate design speaks volumes about their aesthetic sensibilities. Moving further back in time, we encounter tools like Hoe Blade originating either from Neolithic times or early Shang dynasty itself. These implements shed light on their agricultural practices and technological advancements during that era. Weapons were an integral part of ancient civilizations, as evidenced by artifacts like Knife and Dagger-Blade (ge). Crafted during different periods within the vast span of c. 1600-1046 B. C. , these weapons highlight both defensive strategies and martial expertise possessed by individuals at that time. Curved Dagger-Blades (ge) found across various periods ranging from late Shang to Western Zhou dynasties demonstrate how weapon designs evolved over time while still maintaining functionality. Not limited solely to weaponry, other objects like Collared Discs provide glimpses into religious beliefs or ceremonial practices prevalent during this period. Their mysterious origins and purpose continue to intrigue historians and archaeologists.