[ChatGPT] The Eight-Nosed Ox and Conch Storage Vessel in the Shanghai Museum is one of the bronze wares of the late Shang Dynasty of China, made between the 12th and 11th centuries BC. The vessel is 21.5 centimeters high and weighs 1.5 kilograms. The central part of the vessel is supported by eight bronze oxen, holding a round dish for storing conches, with lifelike depictions of the oxen. There are two handles resembling wild beasts on the outer edge of the dish, giving a sense of mystery. The exquisite craftsmanship of this piece uses a variety of bronze techniques, reflecting the high level of Shang Dynasty bronze culture. The Eight-Nosed Ox and Conch Storage Vessel is a precious artwork in the history of Chinese bronze wares, which not only has practical value but also embodies the aesthetic and cultural pursuits of ancient people.

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