Zhou dynasty bronzes preserve one of the earliest forms of Chinese writing in their simple, highly pictographic inscriptions Square lidded ritual wine container (fangyi) by National Museum of Asian Art, Smithsonian Institution
This type of Chinese bronze bell is called a bo and was a costly commission in terms of both material and labor—it weighs 140 lbs. Bell (bo) with birds and dragons by National Museum of Asian Art, Smithsonian Institution
The Zhou shared many cultural similarities with the Shang—they performed similar religious rituals, used bronze ritual vessels, and practiced divination. Zhou Dynasty (c. 1050–221 B.C.E.), an introduction by National Museum of Asian Art, Smithsonian Institution
Massive burial chambers, gigantic double coffins, grand bronze vessels, and chime bells—the tomb of Marquis Yi. Ambition and luxury: Marquis Yi of the ... by Dr. Kent Cao
Not for everyday use, this ritual bronze vessel is significant in function and in heft. It weighs over 400 pounds! Da Ke Ding by Dr. Kristen Loring Brennan and Dr. Beth Harris