Eastern Zhou Dynasty

c. 1046–256 BCE

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This period of warring kingdoms saw the flowering of philosophies like Confucianism, Daoism, and Legalism, and the flourishing of regional cultures.

Marquis Yi of Zeng’s Bells
Lacquer bowl, 3rd century BCE, Warring States Period, Seattle Asian Art Museum

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Zhou dynasty

Filial piety

Lacquer

Bronze

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Marquis Yi of Zeng

Chu State

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Ancient Chinese bronze ritual vessel with intricate patterns and a handle, displayed in a museum.
Handcrafted pottery decorated with geometric patterns, displayed in a museum

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