essay

The Longshan culture in central Henan Province, c. 2600-1900 BC

companion to chinese archaeologyChichester, West Sussex • Published In 2013 • Pages: 236-254

By: Zhao, Chunqing.

Abstract
Following a brief overview of the preceding Miaodigou II subtradition, this document delves into changes during the Wangwan III subtradition. The author describes settlement patterns, walled sites, other types of structures found, and burial patterns (including human sacrifices), also providing an overview of the economy and observations on art and religion.
Subjects
Identification
Culture summary
Sociocultural trends
Architecture
Settlement patterns
Production and supply
Visual arts
Territorial hierarchy
Military installations
Burial practices and funerals
Prayers and sacrifices
Chronologies and culture sequences
tradition
Yellow River Late Neolithic
Region
Asia
Sub Region
East Asia
Document Type
essay
Evaluation
Creator Type
Archaeologist
Document Rating
4: Excellent Secondary Data
Analyst
Sarah Berry; 2019
Field Date
not applicable
Coverage Date
4600-3900 BP
Coverage Place
central Henan, China
Notes
Zhao Chunquing
Includes bibliographical references (p. 251-254)
LCCN
2012036668
LCSH
Longshan culture