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Ancestor tablet, c. 1400-c. 1300 BC (jade, nephrite)
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Ancestor tablet, c. 1400-c. 1300 BC (jade, nephrite)
5951989 Ancestor tablet, c.1400-c.1300 BC (jade, nephrite) by Chinese School (14th-13th century BC); 18.6x2x1 cm; Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution, USA; (add.info.: (7 5/16 x 13/16 x 3/8 in)); Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution; Gift of Arthur M. Sackler
Media ID 25136830
© Freer Gallery of Art, Smithsonian Institution Gift of Arthur M. Sackler / Bridgeman Images
1050 Bce 1600 Ca Jade Nephrite Shang Dynasty Ca Tablet Wwii Era Provenance
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This print showcases an extraordinary artifact from ancient China, known as the Ancestor tablet. Crafted between 1400 and 1300 BC, this remarkable piece is made of jade and nephrite, materials highly valued for their beauty and significance in Chinese culture. Measuring at a modest 18.6x2x1 cm, this small yet mighty tablet holds immense historical importance. It resides within the prestigious Freer Gallery of Art at the Smithsonian Institution in the United States. The intricate carvings on its surface depict scenes that provide a glimpse into the beliefs and customs of the Shang Dynasty (ca. 1600-1050 BCE). The provenance of this ancestral treasure adds another layer to its allure; it bears witness to surviving through World War II era turmoil before finding its way into Arthur M. Sackler's collection, who generously gifted it to the gallery. As we admire this photograph captured by Bridgeman Images, we are transported back thousands of years to a time when reverence for ancestors played a vital role in Chinese society. This Ancestor tablet serves as a tangible link connecting us with our ancient past—a testament to human creativity and spirituality that continues to inspire awe even today.
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