Bronze Cup of the Shang Dynasty

Bronze Cup of the Shang Dynasty

Jue, also known as Jue Cup, is an ancient type of drinking vessel in Chinese bronze ware. According to historical records, noble people were granted titles as a reward by ancient emperors when they divided the feudal lords. Later on, "jue" became the abbreviation for "title", and "promotion to a higher rank" came from this. The cup of nobility is in hand, occupying the favorable timing, location, and people's harmony, symbolizing the victory over difficulties, invincible in all directions, promotion to higher positions, and celebration of victory.
Late Shang Dynasty Bronze Cup Three Cup

Late Shang Dynasty Bronze Cup Three Cup

The bronze goblet of the late Shang Dynasty is one of the important representatives of ancient Chinese bronze ware. One of the most famous ones is the San Jue Cup from the Shang Dynasty. The Sanjue Cup is a type of wine vessel made of bronze, typically featuring a long neck, round belly, and flat bottom. Its name "San Jue" comes from the three prominent jue ears on the body of the vessel, which usually present the image of animals or divine beasts, such as dragons, sheep, birds, etc., symbolizing auspiciousness and good fortune. The Sanjue Cup represents the prosperity and development of bronze culture in the late Shang Dynasty, and shows the wisdom and artistic achievements of the ancient Chinese people. It is one of the treasures of ancient Chinese bronze ware and a precious witness to the civilization of the Shang Dynasty.