Liangzhu Jade Artifacts

Focusing on recent archaeological discoveries, this book explores the sophisticated jade artifacts of Liangzhu culture, revealing that large-scale ritual vessels, once thought to belong to the Zhou and Han dynasties, are actually burial accessories from Liangzhu. This insight prompts a reevaluation of societal development within the culture. It discusses the compatibility of jade types and their functions, offering researchers and students a deeper understanding of the aesthetic and spiritual significance of these artifacts, as well as their role in power and belief transitions.