Collector gifts collection to be studied then returned to countries of origin
Researchers at Adelaide's Flinders University have [...]
Pottery Figurine of a Kunlun Slave
Slaves were part of tribute and trade goods in China during the Song and were even depicted in pottery figurines: 崑仑 奴 [kūnlúnnú] or “Kun-lun slave”.
More on the Temasek and Shah Muncher Shipwrecks
Two short articles by Dr. Michael Flecker on the Temasek and Shah Muncher wrecks can be found in the latest issue of Wreckwatch Magazine. Click on the picture for a direct link or copy the website address here: https://www.flipsnack.com/wreckwatchmag/wreckwatch-magazine-may-2022-ice-explorers.html
Museum of Underwater Archaeology
Members interested in underwater archaeology might [...]
Two Restorations
Watch this amazing new YouTube film of an expert J [...]
New Sui/Tang Kiln site found in Shanxi Province
Chinese authorities have announced the discovery o [...]
The Conversation on B&W Ceramics continues … with shards found in Trowulan, Indonesia
SEACS shares with you a hard-to-find essay by Dr. John N. Miksic on the B&W shards found in Trowulan, Indonesia. What relationship might they have with the B&W Yuan Dynasty shards found on the Temasek Wreck?
400 BC intact shipwreck found in the Black Sea
Numerous ceramic amphorae can be seen on the oldest shipwreck in the world newly found in the Black Sea, but their contents remain unknown awaiting their salvaging. It is similar to the ship depicted on the famous Siren Vase illustrated here.
Shipwreck finds from Vietnam on display in Quang Ngai Museum
Southeast Asian Archaeology shares with us knowled [...]
The National Palace Museum of Taiwan alerted to the dangers of war
Our thanks to the Southeast Asian Archaeology news [...]
Pottery Village near Hoi An, in Vietnam, reopens to visitors
For those visiting Vietnam, the ancient Cham Bau T [...]
Shipwreck Treasures
Kangxi porcelain chocolate cups? Dutch India Company wrecks? The newest issue of Wreckwatch Magazine is out, this time focusing on treasures. Ceramic lovers will be interested in the story behind the cargo of Kangxi porcelain 'chocolate cups' found off the coast of Columbia in 1708, as well as a feature article on Rex Cowan, who from 1966 has been hunting down the wrecked ships of the Dutch East India Company. The link ....
Invitation to SEACS Members: Vintage Ceramic Films – 22 February
Marty Gross (of Marty Gross Film Productions, Cana [...]
Wreckwatch magazine features Southeast Asia
Interested in shipwrecks? Then you'll want to chec [...]
Chinese Export Ceramics for the Southeast Asian Market
The 2010 annual William Willetts Lecture was given by Rose Kerr. Her topic was Chinese export ceramics for the Southeast Asian markets.
New Publication on Yuan Dynasty B&W Porcelain
Dr. WENG Yanjun (Director, Jingdezhen Ceramic Arc [...]
A Japanese Kabuki Play
A traditional Japanese kabuki play dazzles audiences with its story of how a potter invents a new glaze
China’s Role in Indian Ocean Trade 5-20C
The Department of Archaeology, Oriental Museum, Du [...]