一行人走到一号沉船出水的珐华贴金镂空孔雀牡丹纹大罐前，刘萍先抛出问题："这是当时的'海外高 定'，绘有五层纹饰。大家能看出都有哪些纹饰？" 她绘声绘色地介绍，2022年10月，在海南岛与西沙群岛之间的南海西北陆坡海域，考古工作者相继发现 了南海西北陆坡一号与二号沉船遗址，"令人惊叹的是，两艘沉船一出一归，一号沉船就满载着即将销 往海外的瓷器。" （来源：千龙网） "过年好！欢迎大家和我一起登上'运河之舟'。今天这场讲解将用一件件瓷器串联起海上丝绸之路的故 事。"大年初六上午10点半，北京大运河博物馆（首都博物馆东馆）主楼一层，"向海而行——中国南海 西北陆坡海域深海考古特展"展厅入口，讲解主管刘萍笑意盈盈，邀请观众"潜"入1500米的深海，探秘 明代"宝船"。 "瓷器，与'中国'有着相同的英文名，是中国的一张文化名片。500年前，海上丝绸之路的商船就是瓷器 商贸往来的见证者。"在刘萍的带领下，观众踏着幽蓝的水波纹光影，穿过展厅里营造的舷窗"时空隧 道"，开启一场探秘之旅。 牡丹纹、孔雀纹、仙鹤纹……观众围上去，细细端详这件腹径超40厘米的瓷罐，各有各的答案。刘萍频 频点头："大家说得都对！这件瓷器制作考究、华 ...

"瓷器，与'中国'有着相同的英文名，是中国的一张文化名片。500年前，海上丝绸之路的商船就是瓷器 商贸往来的见证者。"在刘萍的带领下，观众踏着幽蓝的水波纹光影，穿过展厅里营造的舷窗"时空隧 道"，开启一场探秘之旅。 她绘声绘色地介绍，2022年10月，在海南岛与西沙群岛之间的南海西北陆坡海域，考古工作者相继发现 了南海西北陆坡一号与二号沉船遗址，"令人惊叹的是，两艘沉船一出一归，一号沉船满载着即将销往 海外的瓷器。"一行人走到一号沉船出水的珐华贴金镂空孔雀牡丹纹大罐前，刘萍先抛出问题："这是当 时的'海外高定'，绘有五层纹饰。大家能看出都有哪些纹饰吗？" 牡丹纹、孔雀纹、仙鹤纹……观众围上去，细细端详这件腹径超40厘米的瓷罐，各有各的答案。刘萍频 频点头："大家说得都对！这件瓷器制作考究、华美夺目，罐身纹饰以贴金孔雀牡丹纹为核心，结合凤 穿牡丹、卷云纹等传统图案，寓意富贵吉祥、幸福美满。" 听了一个多小时的讲解，观众仍意犹未尽。刘萍又带着大家移步到三层展厅，继续赏瓷器。一个小时 的"超时"讲解，刘萍仍精神饱满，讲得生动有趣。为了准备这些特展的讲解词，她从布展启动时就向策 展团队和文物专家请教，查阅大量资料，将 ...

"过年好！欢迎大家和我一起登上'运河之舟'。今天这场讲解将用一件件瓷器串联起海上丝绸之路的故 事。"大年初六10时30分，北京大运河博物馆（首都博物馆东馆）主楼一层，"向海而行——中国南海西 北陆坡海域深海考古特展"展厅入口，讲解主管刘萍笑意盈盈，邀请观众"潜"入1500米的深海，探秘明 代"宝船"。 沿着展线前行，越来越多的观众聚拢过来。在青花鱼跃龙门应龙纹大盘前，刘萍让大家观察："青花瓷 盘内壁，应龙腾跃于祥云海浪之间，盘心双圈内，鲤鱼一跃冲天，仿佛下一秒就要破盘而出，寓意鱼跃 龙门、时来运转。" 走到一对素三彩象形执壶的展柜前，刘萍的讲解更添深意："这是明代景德镇民窑为开拓海外市场创作 的外销精品，器型与纹饰融合中国传统审美与异域文化元素。小象背上驮着宝瓶，意为'太平有象'，象 征着四海升平、吉祥安宁。" 一个多小时的讲解，观众仍意犹未尽。刘萍带着大家移步到三层展厅，继续赏瓷器。正在展出的"帆海 融光——天津博物馆藏18-19世纪中国纹章瓷特展"上，百余件"中国制造、欧洲风尚"的纹章瓷，讲述着 中外文明交流互鉴往事。 "瓷器，与'中国'有着相同的英文名，是中国的一张文化名片。500年前，海上丝绸之路的商 ...

Core Viewpoint - The exhibition "Sailing Towards the Sea" at the Beijing Grand Canal Museum showcases artifacts from the Ming Dynasty, highlighting the cultural and commercial exchanges along the Maritime Silk Road, particularly through the discovery of two ancient shipwrecks in the South China Sea [1][8]. Group 1: Artifacts and Their Significance - The majority of the exhibits are ceramics, primarily featuring blue and white porcelain, Famille Rose, and monochrome glazes, with the Famille Rose being a first-time discovery in underwater archaeology in China [3][4]. - A notable artifact is a large Famille Rose jar from the Ming Zhengde period, which serves as a testament to ancient "customized exports" and showcases exquisite craftsmanship [3][4]. - The blue and white plate with auspicious dragon motifs exemplifies cultural symbolism and serves as an excellent medium for cultural export [6]. Group 2: Historical Context and Trade Insights - The two shipwrecks, Northwest Slope No. 1 and No. 2, represent the first simultaneous discovery of ancient Chinese outbound and inbound trade vessels, illustrating the bidirectional nature of maritime trade [8]. - The location of the shipwrecks is identified as a crucial route for ancient maritime trade in China, emphasizing the historical importance of these trade networks [10]. - The artifacts recovered from the deep sea not only reflect the Ming Dynasty's porcelain craftsmanship and overseas trade but also signify China's advanced capabilities in deep-sea archaeology [12].

Core Viewpoint - The exhibition "Towards the Sea - Special Exhibition on Deep Sea Archaeology in the Northwest Slope of the South China Sea" showcases artifacts from two ancient shipwrecks, highlighting the prosperity of the Maritime Silk Road during the Ming Dynasty and the integration of deep-sea technology with archaeological work [4][5]. Group 1 - The exhibition features artifacts from the two shipwrecks discovered in October 2022, located between Hainan Island and the Xisha Islands, dating back to the Ming Dynasty [4]. - Artifacts on display include exquisite items such as blue-and-white porcelain and gold-inlaid pottery, which have captivated visitors [4]. - The exhibition is structured into three sections: "Discovering the Shipwreck," "Entering the Shipwreck," and "Unveiling the Shipwreck," providing an immersive experience of deep-sea archaeology [4]. Group 2 - A technology zone is included in the exhibition, showcasing models of deep-sea submersibles and lighting equipment, as well as demonstrating conservation processes for artifacts [5]. - The exhibition indirectly presents various deep-sea archaeological technologies, illustrating the successful integration of deep-sea science and archaeology [5]. - The exhibition is open to the public for free and will run until March 15, 2026 [5].

Core Viewpoint - The exhibition "Sailing Towards the Sea: Special Exhibition of Deep-sea Archaeology in the Northwest Slope of the South China Sea" showcases 370 artifacts from Ming Dynasty shipwrecks, highlighting the prosperity of maritime trade during that period [1][3]. Group 1: Exhibition Highlights - The exhibition features a vibrant and intricately crafted cloisonné peacock and peony-patterned jar, representing the exquisite craftsmanship of Ming Dynasty ceramics [1]. - Artifacts are primarily from two shipwrecks, identified as No. 1 and No. 2, which sank at approximately 1500 meters deep in the South China Sea during the Ming Dynasty [3]. - The No. 1 shipwreck mainly yielded ceramic items and a few metal artifacts, while the No. 2 shipwreck included a significant amount of timber, shells, and antlers [5]. Group 2: Technological and Interactive Aspects - The exhibition incorporates a technology interactive area that showcases the complexities and significance of deep-sea archaeology, allowing visitors to engage with advanced techniques and equipment used in the field [10]. - A model of the "Deep Sea Warrior" manned submersible is displayed, capable of descending to 1500 meters to retrieve artifacts using a flexible robotic arm [12]. Group 3: Recent Archaeological Achievements - The exhibition features three newly restored bronze artifacts, including a lotus-patterned bronze plate, a bronze lotus-shaped base, and a bronze candlestick, showcasing the latest archaeological findings [8]. - Some of the ceramic items displayed were recently recovered and preserved using a "soaking and desalting" method to maintain their original condition [8]. Group 4: Cultural Significance - The exhibition aims to enhance public understanding of the ancient Maritime Silk Road's rich culture and promote international exchanges [14].

Core Viewpoint - The article highlights the significant archaeological discoveries from the underwater excavation of two ancient shipwrecks in the Northwest Slope of the South China Sea, marking a historic breakthrough in China's underwater archaeology, transitioning from shallow to deep-sea exploration [8][10]. Group 1: Archaeological Discoveries - The "Deep Blue Treasure" exhibition at the China (Hainan) South China Sea Museum has seen a nearly 50% increase in daily visitor numbers during the summer, showcasing artifacts from the underwater excavation [6]. - The excavation revealed a large number of artifacts, including a stunning cloisonné peacock and peony-patterned jar, previously lying at a depth of approximately 1,500 meters [6][12]. - The discovery of two shipwrecks, one filled with porcelain from Jingdezhen and the other with imported hardwood, illustrates the prosperous two-way trade along the ancient Maritime Silk Road [11][15]. Group 2: Technological Advancements - The "Deep Sea Warrior" manned submersible, which has a working depth capability of 4,500 meters, played a crucial role in these discoveries, having undergone over a decade of technological development [10]. - The successful operation of the submersible in extreme conditions demonstrates the advancements in underwater archaeology technology, allowing for exploration in previously inaccessible deep-sea areas [9][10]. Group 3: Conservation Efforts - The exhibition employs a dynamic model of "archaeology, protection, and exhibition," allowing the public to witness the conservation processes of newly recovered artifacts [14]. - Newly recovered artifacts undergo a complex conservation process to prevent deterioration due to environmental changes after being brought to the surface [14][15]. - The conservation team at the museum is dedicated to preserving and restoring these artifacts, ensuring their longevity and historical significance [14][15].

Core Insights - The article highlights the significant archaeological discoveries made in the South China Sea, particularly the excavation of two ancient shipwrecks at a depth of approximately 1500 meters, marking a historic breakthrough in underwater archaeology for China [2][8]. Group 1: Archaeological Discoveries - The "Deep Sea Warrior" manned submersible discovered a large number of ancient ceramic jars during its 500th dive, located about 150 kilometers southeast of Sanya, in the South China Sea's northwest slope [2][3]. - The excavation of the two shipwrecks, which were found to contain thousands of artifacts, demonstrates the prosperity of ancient maritime trade along the Maritime Silk Road [4][6]. Group 2: Technological Advancements - The "Deep Sea Warrior" submersible, developed with over 95% domestic technology, has a working capacity of up to 4500 meters underwater, enabling Chinese archaeologists to explore previously unreachable depths [3][4]. - The successful extraction of artifacts involved advanced technologies such as high-resolution imaging and 3D scanning, which aid in documenting and preserving the archaeological findings [5][6]. Group 3: Exhibition and Preservation - The "Deep Blue Treasures" exhibition at the China (Hainan) Nanhai Museum showcases the archaeological findings and emphasizes the importance of artifact preservation through a dynamic approach of simultaneous excavation and exhibition [7][8]. - The preservation process for artifacts extracted from the deep sea is complex, requiring careful cleaning and desalination to prevent deterioration due to environmental changes [7][8].