东西问｜杨雨霏：相隔万里，三星堆为何与爱琴海“金面撞脸”？

Core Viewpoint - The exhibition "Journey of Ancient Greece - Exhibition of Archaeological Treasures from Greece" at the Sanxingdui Museum highlights the similarities between the gold masks from Sanxingdui and Mycenae, reflecting the artistic expressions and aesthetic preferences of early human civilizations across vast distances [1][5]. Group 1: Exhibition Details - The exhibition is a collaboration between the Greek Ministry of Culture and China, marking the fourth such exhibition, with a focus on the close cooperation in cultural heritage and archaeology between Sichuan and Greece [3]. - The exhibition will take place from July to December 2025, featuring 172 valuable artifacts, including 9 replicas [4]. - The Mycenaean gold mask was initially unable to be displayed due to scheduling conflicts, but after coordination, it was included to create a dialogue between the two artifacts [4]. Group 2: Cultural Significance - The choice of gold for mask-making by both the Sanxingdui and Mycenaean civilizations indicates a shared human appreciation for shiny materials, which has been a common practice since prehistoric times [5]. - Despite the similarities, the two masks serve different purposes: the Sanxingdui mask is likely a ritual item from the late Shang Dynasty, while the Mycenaean mask is a funerary object from around the 16th century BC [6]. - The artistic expressions in the sculptures from both cultures reflect their respective approaches to human representation, with Sanxingdui's art being more abstract and Mycenaean art being more detailed and realistic [8]. Group 3: Future Prospects - The exhibition aims to enhance the international influence and cultural interpretation capabilities of the Sanxingdui and Jinsha sites, especially in the context of their joint application for World Heritage status [10]. - The limited ability to showcase artifacts abroad emphasizes the need for innovative display techniques to present the beauty of these cultural treasures [12]. - The dialogue between the two civilizations serves as a profound reflection on the origins and commonalities of human civilization, highlighting that despite cultural differences, the appreciation for beauty in artifacts is universal [12].