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Tall tube (cong) Lake Tai region, Liangzhu culture, 3300-2250 BC (jade)
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Tall tube (cong) Lake Tai region, Liangzhu culture, 3300-2250 BC (jade)
FSG325232 Tall tube (cong) Lake Tai region, Liangzhu culture, 3300-2250 BC (jade) by Chinese School, Neolithic Period (c.7000-1700 BC); 13.7x6.4x6.5 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution, USA; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution; Gift of Charles Lang Freer; Chinese, out of copyright
Media ID 23206088
© Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution Gift of Charles Lang Freer / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases a remarkable artifact from the ancient Liangzhu culture, dating back to 3300-2250 BC. The image captures the exquisite craftsmanship of a tall tube (cong) made from jade, found in the Lake Tai region of China. Measuring at 13.7x6.4x6.5 cm, this delicate piece is housed in the prestigious Freer Gallery of Art at the Smithsonian Institution in the United States. The Liangzhu culture flourished during China's Neolithic Period and left behind an impressive legacy of artistic achievements. This particular jade cong is a testament to their advanced skills and aesthetic sensibilities. Its intricate design features geometric patterns carved into its surface, showcasing meticulous attention to detail. As we gaze upon this ancient relic through Bridgeman Images' lens, we are transported back thousands of years to a time when this object held great significance for its creators. Though its exact purpose remains unknown, it serves as a tangible link between our modern world and an enigmatic civilization that thrived millennia ago. The preservation of such antiquities allows us to delve into humanity's rich history and marvel at our ancestors' ingenuity. With each passing generation, these artifacts become even more precious as they continue to inspire awe and ignite curiosity about our shared pasts.
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