阿联酋朱尔法遗址考古：中国陶瓷器输入时间为元代至清早期

Core Insights - The research identifies the timeline for the export of Chinese ceramics to the Middle East via the Maritime Silk Road, specifically during the Yuan to early Ming and mid to late Ming to early Qing periods [1][3][4] Group 1: Archaeological Findings - A joint archaeological team has collected a significant number of ceramic specimens from the Julfar site, confirming the presence of Chinese ceramics, particularly from the Ming dynasty, as valuable evidence of trade relations with the Middle East [2][3] - The variety of foreign ceramics found at the Julfar site includes not only Chinese ceramics but also items from Iraq, Iran, Syria, Oman, Thailand, and Myanmar, indicating its importance in the trade network of the Indian Ocean [3][4] Group 2: Specific Ceramics Data - The joint archaeological team has documented and analyzed 486 ceramic specimens, with the highest proportion being blue-and-white porcelain from Jingdezhen, primarily from the late Ming period [4][5] - The Al-Nudud site has yielded a small number of Chinese export porcelain, glassware, and coins, suggesting its dating from the 14th to the first half of the 17th century, while the Al-Mataf site has ceramics primarily from the mid to late Ming to Qing periods [5] Group 3: Research Methodology and Implications - The research employs Chinese archaeological stratigraphy methods to establish a temporal framework for the Julfar sites, examining the historical changes from various perspectives, including natural geography and livelihood patterns [6] - A systematic study and technological analysis of Chinese export porcelain have led to the creation of a database that supports further research in overseas archaeology and multidisciplinary studies [6] - The findings from the Julfar site will be compared with other sites in the Persian Gulf and the Indian Ocean to enhance understanding of the trade routes of Chinese ceramics along the Maritime Silk Road [6]