Central to the ritual of Chinese political authority was the practice of elaborate feasting with the dead, and this involved magnificent bronze vessels, which are both instruments of power and ...

But if I can take it from you, it’s considered they’re actually ritual vessels used in some sort of a dance, but we don’t know. “And that is what I personally find really mysterious about ...

But if I can take it from you, it's considered they're actually ritual vessels used in some sort of a dance, but we don't know. "And that is what I personally find really mysterious about these.

New evidence has confirmed the use of hallucinogenic substances in ancient Egyptian rituals. Researchers discovered plant-based psychoactive compounds in a 2,200-year-old ceremonial vessel.

Libby Purves meets actor Brian Cox and singer June Tabor. Coming up at: 21:58 Weather View full schedule Chinese Zhou ritual vessel (made around 1050 BC). Bronze gui, found in western China How ...

One of the world’s greatest collections of ancient Chinese bronzes outside of China is on view for the first time in NYC at China Institute Gallery.

This ancient ritual celebrates the victory of good over evil, symbolized by the burning of an effigy of the mythical demoness ...

Chinese Zhou ritual vessel (made around 1050 BC). Bronze gui, found in western China. How often do you dine with the dead? It may seem a strange question, but if you're Chinese it may not be quite ...