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Zhang

UnknownShang Dynasty ca.1600 - 1046 BC

Sanxingdui Museum

Sanxingdui Museum
Guanghan, China

A Zhang with a forked top was called a "fork-blade Zhang". Historical writings tell us that this item was used to direct troops. Some archeologists believe that the shape was derived from the spade-shaped farm tool called a Si (耜).

Details

  • Title: Zhang
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Creator Lifespan: Unknown
  • Creator Nationality: China
  • Creator Gender: Unknown
  • Date: Shang Dynasty ca.1600 - 1046 BC
  • Location: Sanxingdui, Guanghan city, Sichuan Province
  • Physical Dimensions: w7 x h26.7 x d0.8 cm (Complete)
  • Provenance: Sanxingdui Museum
  • Type: carving
  • External Link: Sanxingdui Museum
  • Medium: jade

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