Deciphering the origins of Sanxingdui bronzes through petrographic and elemental analysis of casting cores

IF 2.6 1区 地球科学 Q1 ANTHROPOLOGY
Huiru Lian , Xiaotian Zeng , Pei Liang , Siran Liu , Honglin Ran , Jianbo Guo , Ji Zhang , Jianjun Mei , Kunlong Chen
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Abstract

Sanxingdui, one of the most significant Bronze Age sites in China, has yielded unique bronze artifacts with varying styles: some exhibit distinct local characteristics, while others resemble central Shang designs, raising questions about their origins. This study applies semi-quantitative petrographic observations and elemental analysis to 39 casting core samples from Pits 1 and 2 at Sanxingdui. The results reveal distinct differences in production techniques and materials between vessel and non-vessel artifacts. Comparative analysis with local soils, sediment, and casting cores from other Chinese bronze production sites suggests that non-vessel bronzes were likely cast locally near Sanxingdui, while vessel artifacts show connections to the middle and lower Yangtze River region. Our findings indicate that Sanxingdui bronzes were part of a larger, interconnected circulation network for bronze products and ores, reflecting complex cultural, technological, and material exchanges with other regions during the Shang period.
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Journal of Archaeological Science
Journal of Archaeological Science 地学-地球科学综合
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6.10
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112
审稿时长
49 days
期刊介绍: The Journal of Archaeological Science is aimed at archaeologists and scientists with particular interests in advancing the development and application of scientific techniques and methodologies to all areas of archaeology. This established monthly journal publishes focus articles, original research papers and major review articles, of wide archaeological significance. The journal provides an international forum for archaeologists and scientists from widely different scientific backgrounds who share a common interest in developing and applying scientific methods to inform major debates through improving the quality and reliability of scientific information derived from archaeological research.
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