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Each flat carved pi disc with center hole, of varying size; representing the sun, or "the round heaven"; whereas square ts'ung ritual tubes represented the earth; the Liang-chu culture used these objects to channel the spirits of their gods and ancestors during worship. Of varying color: dark green, brown, and grayish-white. Museum mounted on iron stands. Excellent condition.
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