Also unique for Chinese bronzes is the consistent use of high tin bronze ( 17 – 21 % tin ) which is very hard and breaks if stressed too far, whereas other cultures preferred lower tin bronze ( usually 10 %), which bends if stressed too far.

Also unique for Chinese bronzes is the consistent use of high tin bronze ( 17-21 % tin ) which is very hard and breaks if stressed too far, whereas other cultures preferred lower tin bronze ( usually 10 %), which bends if stressed too far.

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