Archaeological Research on Han Dynasty Bronze Vessels (Nanqiang Historical Studies Series)

Author: Wu Xiaoping (Compiler)
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Publish Date: 2005-07-01
Features: This book is part of the Nanqiang History Series. Archaeological Studies on Han Dynasty Bronzes utilizes archaeological typology theory and methods to comprehensively collect and organize Han Dynasty bronzes known to date. The author first divides Han Dynasty bronzes into three regional systems—Central Plains, Southwest, and Lingnan—then analyzes and studies the forms, decorations, inscriptions, chronology, and evolution of bronzes within each system, establishing a basic developmental lineage for each type of artifact. Additionally, the author explores the influence of production and operation methods of Han Dynasty bronze containers and ruling policies on bronzes from various perspectives. These explorations are highly insightful. At the end of the book, the author includes three indexes—"Excavation Situations of Han Dynasty Bronze Containers," "Ancient Literature Records of Han Dynasty Bronze Containers," and "Excavation Situations of Six Dynasties Bronzes"—which are extremely convenient for scholars to consult and conduct further research, fully reflecting the author's meticulous effort.