Shanghai Museum East Branch, Must-See Bronzes

✅The Ancient Chinese Bronzes Gallery at the Shanghai Museum East Branch currently boasts the most comprehensive collection of bronzes in the world, showcasing over 500 select pieces that span 3,600 years of bronze development, from the late Xia Dynasty to the mid-Qing Dynasty. ✔️Not only does the Bronzes Gallery at the Shanghai Museum East Branch house a rich collection, but its innovative displays also provide visitors with a more intuitive understanding of the history and craftsmanship of bronzes. 🌈 Must-See Exhibits ✔️Inlaid Cross-patterned Square Yue: The first artifact you'll see upon entering the Bronzes Gallery, this bronze weapon and ritual object dates back 3,600 years to the late Xia Dynasty. ✔️Da Ke Ding: A heavy bronze vessel from the Western Zhou Dynasty, its majestic form and exquisite decoration represent the pinnacle of bronze artistry. ✔️Shang Yang Square Sheng: A measuring vessel from the Warring States period, it bears witness to the historical process of "unifying weights and measures" during Shang Yang's reforms. ✔️Jin Hou Su Bell: Its 355-character inscription reveals secrets of Western Zhou history. ✔️Zi Zhong Jiang Pan: A washing basin from the early Spring and Autumn period, the animal sculptures inside the basin can rotate 360 degrees, showcasing unique craftsmanship. ✔️Xi Zun: A wine warmer from the late Spring and Autumn period, shaped like a water buffalo with intricate decorations, demonstrating superb casting techniques. 📍Location: Ancient Chinese Bronzes Gallery, Shanghai Museum East Branch 📍Tickets: Free (currently no reservation required, entry with ID card) 📍Opening Hours: 10:00–18:00 (Closed on Tuesdays)