Which of the following statements best describes Shang bronze vessel work?

A) Only certain vessel forms received animal and abstract surface decoration.
B) Designs and decoration are fully integrated to suit each vessel form.
C) Each single design would be applied to only one vessel form.
D) Vessel form had little relation to the intended function of the object.

Shang Bronze

Artifacts made of bronze from the Shang Dynasty (c. 1600–1046 BCE) in China, renowned for their artistic and technological sophistication.

Vessel Work

Artistic creations or crafts focused on the design and making of containers or vessels, often emphasizing form over function.

Surface Decoration

An aspect of art and design that involves embellishing the outermost layer of an object with patterns, colors, or textures to enhance its appearance.