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 ...

"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].

Group 1 - The exhibition titled "Towards the Sea - Special Exhibition of Deep-sea Archaeology in the Northwest Slope of the South China Sea" will run until March 15, 2026 [1] - The exhibition is located at the Beijing Grand Canal Museum (East Hall of the Capital Museum), specifically in Exhibition Halls 1 and 2 [1] - Admission to the exhibition is free [1] Group 2 - The featured item includes a large plate with a design of a blue-and-white fish leaping over a dragon gate, showcasing vivid and layered decorative patterns [3] - The inner belly of the plate is adorned with a pterosaur pattern, while the fish and pterosaur are decorated with auspicious clouds, "ren" characters, and wave patterns [4] - The overall layout of the decorative elements is full and fluid, separated naturally by wave patterns [5] Group 3 - The plate features a dynamic depiction of a winged "Yinglong," which is rare among contemporary official kiln wares in China [6] - This plate is a typical example of export porcelain from the Ming Dynasty [6] - The plate has a diameter of 50 centimeters [7]

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 a significant collection of Ming Dynasty artifacts, highlighting the prosperous maritime trade during that period and marking a milestone in China's deep-sea archaeology [1][5]. Group 1: Exhibition Overview - The exhibition features 377 artifacts, including blue and white porcelain, enamelware, and colorful ceramics from the Ming Dynasty, which are well-preserved and hold high historical, scientific, and artistic value [1]. - Artifacts are sourced from two Ming Dynasty shipwrecks discovered in October 2022, located at a depth of approximately 1500 meters in the South China Sea, between Hainan Island and the Xisha Islands [5]. - The shipwrecks represent the first simultaneous discovery of ancient Chinese outbound and return maritime trade vessels, illustrating the two-way exchange of the Maritime Silk Road [5]. Group 2: Thematic Focus - The exhibition aims to present two main themes: the exchange and mutual learning along the Maritime Silk Road during the Ming Dynasty, particularly the production and export of porcelain, and the advancements in China's deep-sea archaeology [6]. - It utilizes artifacts, underwater imagery, and archaeological narratives to engage visitors and highlight the significance of deep-sea archaeology in promoting cultural exchange and understanding [6]. Group 3: Exhibition Structure - The exhibition is structured around three content sections: discovering the shipwrecks, exploring the shipwrecks, and uncovering the shipwrecks, showcasing the latest archaeological findings and integrating innovative display technologies for an immersive experience [6]. - The exhibition will run until March 15, 2026, allowing ample time for public engagement with these historical discoveries [22].