Many Shang bronze vessels were used for rituals and the shape of the vessel matched its function in the ritual. Therefore it can be said that the fabulous animal shape is not purely decorative. Which of the following supports this statement?

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The statement that "the fabulous animal shape is not purely decorative" is supported by option B, which states that "each fabulous animal shape connected with the world of spirits in the ritual." This suggests that the shape of the vessel had a specific purpose in the ritual and was not solely for aesthetic purposes. Option A is not relevant to the statement, while option C is incorrect as not all fabulous animal shapes are connected with the emperor. Option D suggests that workshops had creative freedom in the process, but does not directly address whether the shape had a specific function.

Many Shang Bronze Vessels Were Used for Rituals and the Shape