Ancient Chinese Calligraphy and Painting Catalogue 15

Author: Ancient Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Appraisal Group
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Publish Date: 1997-05-01
Features: Yin Ruins is the capital of the late Shang Dynasty, located in Xiaotun, Anyang, Henan. From the relocation of Pan Geng to Yin to the downfall of King Zhou, it had a history of over 270 years as the capital. The Yin Ruins, located in Xiaotun, Anyang, Henan, have been officially excavated since 1928, yielding extremely rich and precious cultural relics. Notably, the diverse, ingeniously designed, and exquisitely decorated bronze artifacts from the Yin Ruins epitomize the craftsmanship and artistic achievements of late Shang Dynasty bronze work, marking the arrival of the peak period of Chinese bronze culture and exerting a significant influence on the development and evolution of bronze art during the Western Zhou Dynasty.