Bell (Chunyu)
Bronze bells with this peculiar shape, known as chunyu, originated in regions along the Yangzi River from Sichuan to Zhejiang, and extending as far as south as Guangxi. They range in date across the entire Eastern Zhou era and into the early Han dynasty. Their exact function is still being investigated; many speculate that they were used for sending military signals rather than for playing music.
Due to rights restrictions, this image cannot be enlarged, viewed at full screen, or downloaded.
This artwork is meant to be viewed from right to left. Scroll left to view more.
