Introduction to the Bronze Sacrifice Zun: The Bronze Sacrifice Zun inlaid with gold and silver is the "treasure of the museum". It is displayed in the Science and Technology Hall on the second floor of the museum and is known as the "National Treasure Sacrifice Zun". The Zun is a vessel for holding wine. It is 46 centimeters long, 28.3 centimeters high and weighs 6.5 kilograms. It is in the shape of a cow, with its head raised, ears erect and cloven hooves. It is made of head, body and lid. The head and neck are joined together, and the seam of the collar is naturally covered. The cover is a long-necked bird with a flat beak. The bird's neck is folded, and the beak is close to the back, forming a semi-circular cover button. The wings are spread out flat, the feathers are paved with turquoise, and the entire body is decorated with geometric cloud patterns inlaid with thick and thin gold and silver wires. With unique design and skillful craftsmanship, it is a masterpiece of gold and silver inlay craftsmanship during the Warring States Period.

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