The Precious Relics of Ancient Sichuan: Exhibition of Relics from Sanxingdui  
 

As precious cultural heritages of human beings, Sanxingdui is a relic complex saturated with historical, scientific, cultural and artistic value. This exhibition boasts of 60 bronze and jade relics, among which, 26 can be entitled state-level treasures, like "The Bronze Dragon Column"," Bronze Human Head with Gold Mask" and "Jade Gui", "Jade Yuan", etc. "Jade Gui" is respected as the sacrificial device used in ancient rituals for universe. It has been made with elaborate craftsmanship. There is a hole on the jade, which is designed for wearing and hanging. Apart from the above, the exhibition also covers gold vessels, pottery of men and animal images, jade ritual devices, gold ornaments, etc.

Time: September 28-November 28

Venue: Minhang Museum

Source: www.artsbird.com

Editor: Zhang Min

 

 
 
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