Silk Traces Found on 101 Ancient Chinese Ritual Objects Dating Back 3,000 Years
Researchers examining artefacts from China's Sanxingdui archaeological site, which is about 3,000 years old, detected silk residues on 101 items. The objects include bronze masks as well as pieces made of gold, jade and ivory. Findings published in the journal Antiquity indicate that the ancient Shu people likely used silk to wrap or cover these objects during ceremonies. The team also found traces of red pigment and varied weaving patterns. Together, the discoveries shed new light on early textile practices in the region.
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