Xi (bucktooth) with Stylized-dragon Design

Date: Shang (16th-11th century BCE)

Dimensions: Length 9.6 cm, Width 2.5 cm

Material: Jade

Description

Many Shang-dynasty jade xis (觿) were deposited as grave goods with small bronze articles, such as bow-shaped fittings and arrowheads. Therefore, they were probably ceremonial ornaments associated with chariot fittings and bow accessories.

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