FA 34a Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Shang Dynasty, Fu Hao, Bronze Age
Document Summary
The xia dynasty (2,000 1,600 bce) is a legendary dynasty that has yet to be proven as having actually existed. The shang dynasty is known to have existed, and early writing from this dynasty has survived. Shang dynasty, yin, has been a major site of royal tombs, specifically eleven tombs. Tomb of lady fu hao at yin (ca. It was discovered in 1976 and was the only undisturbed tomb until its modern excavation from. Lady fu hao is believed to have been a warrior queen who led several military campaigns. The tomb had 100"s of bronzes, jades, and shells. At least 16 bodies have been found that were human sacrifices. The number of human sacrifices may have indicated the amount of power held by the tomb"s owner. The tombs at yin were made using the rammed earth technique. A kneeling man figurine of jade has been found from fu hao"s tomb.
