2008
Zhibin Yan
- Research Fellow
- Chinese Academy of Social Sciences
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Abstract
This proposed research is to investigate the social dynamics of the urban settlement at Anyang by integrating the archaeological analysis of material remains (including burials, buildings, and a wide range of artifacts) with the systematic and detailed examination of clan-emblems inscribd on bronze vessels. Among specific questions I would like to study are how different communities or social groups as represented by clan-emblms were related to and interacted with each other and how clan-emblems cn be linked to specific cementarie or settlements excavated at Yinxu. This research will contribute to our knowledge and understanding of the nature and social dynamics of Shang civilization.