Ordosian tradition

The Ordosian tradition refers to archaeological findings from the Ordos Plateau in Inner Mongolia, China. This region, largely characterized by desert areas like the Kubqi and Ordos (Mu Us) deserts, is rich in loess deposits and sedimentary rocks.1

Archaeological discoveries at Xiaoqiaoban in the Sjara-osso River valley have yielded human fossils dating between 30,000 to 60,000 years old, which are associated with the terms "Ordos man" and "Ordosian culture".1

Metalwork from Siberian nomads, including Ordos region artifacts, shows a distinct animal style. These artifacts, dating from the 4th century BCE to the 2nd century CE, often feature animal designs and sometimes depict scenes that may be forerunners of ancient epics. The Ordos region's bronzes are also noted in relation to the Shang dynasty in northern China.23