Sanxingdui's New "Top Star"!

Sanxingdui's New "Top Star"! Who exactly is this acrobatic god? Sanxingdui never fails to amaze with new surprises! Recently, this "Bird-Footed Deity Statue" has completely won hearts—it’s not as solemn as other bronzes, but more like a highly skilled acrobat, striking poses with unmatched flair! The Acrobat Master Makes a Stunning Debut This guy emerged from the ground with a natural spotlight. His body bends backward into a powerful U-shaped curve, both hands firmly supporting a square base (called a "lei"), and on top of his head rests a magnificent wine vessel (called a "gu-shaped zun"). The most amazing part? His feet stand on the backs of a pair of uniquely shaped divine birds! The entire posture is full of dynamic energy, strength, and balance, as if he’s about to start performing any second. A "Hidden Big Boss" on Top of His Head Think that’s all? Think bigger! On top of the wine vessel he’s balancing, there stands an even more mysterious figure: wearing an exaggerated tall crown, ivory earrings dangling from his ears, and holding a cool ritual object shaped like a dragon’s tail and phoenix’s head. Scholars believe this is likely a "High Priest" presiding over ceremonies. Beneath his feet coils a dragon. This layered "top star" ensemble delivers a double impact of visual spectacle and imagination! A "Mix and Match" of Civilizations and Creativity This is where it gets truly impressive! The "lei" he supports with both hands and the "gu-shaped zun" on his head are classic ritual vessels from the Central Plains’ Xia and Shang civilizations, representing the "high culture" of that era. Meanwhile, his strange bird feet, flamboyant posture, and the entire acrobatic mythological scene are the exclusive, imaginative creations of the ancient Shu people of Sanxingdui. He is not just a national treasure but a bridge of civilizations, perfectly "mixing" the ritual systems of the Central Plains with the shamanistic worship of ancient Shu, forming the unique Sanxingdui style. Seeing him, you witness the magical exchange and resonance between different civilizations over 3,000 years ago. Next time you visit the Sanxingdui Museum, be sure to spend some extra time in front of him. Imagine how the ancient Shu craftsmen fused the essence of two great civilizations to create this acrobatic god at the peak of strength and beauty. This imagination spanning millennia still makes hearts race today.