寻马记｜殷墟里的马

Group 1 - The article discusses the significance of horses in the Shang Dynasty, highlighting their roles in warfare, hunting, rituals, and burial practices [1][2][43] - Archaeological findings indicate that horses were integral to the functioning of the Shang Dynasty, with over 30 references to horses found in oracle bones from the Yinxu site [2][24] - The article mentions the discovery of horse and chariot pits, with more than 70 such pits excavated, indicating the importance of horses in burial customs for the elite [24][35] Group 2 - The article describes various artifacts from different dynasties, including terracotta horses from the Western Han and Tang Dynasty, showcasing the artistic representation of horses [1][43] - It notes that the majority of horse representations from the Shang era are found in oracle bone inscriptions and burial sites, rather than in physical artifacts [1][43] - The significance of horse names derived from their colors and uses is emphasized, reflecting the cultural importance of horses in Shang society [2][24]