Tang Artistic Influence in Western Central Asia with Special Reference to Tapa Sardar, Ghazni (Afghanistan)Giovanni Verardi and Chiara Visconti① After visiting Bamiyan in AD 632, Xuanzang proceeded southwards to Kapisha, the large valley
The Silk Roads of the Northern Tibetan Plateau during the Early Middle Ages (from the Han to Tang Dynasty)作者：仝涛 (Tong Tao)出版社：British Archaeological Reports (Oxford, UK)出版时间：2013 年简介：英文专著，基于考古与文献重建汉至唐时期青藏高原北部丝路交通与文化交流，是国际学界首部系统研究青藏高原丝路的英文著作。 ... ...
仝涛，中国社会科学院考古研究所研究员、博士生导师，2006年获四川大学考古学博士学位，2008年获德国蒂宾根大学考古学博士学位，现任该所青藏工作队、印度河考古队队长 。2012年开始主持青藏工作队工作后，长期从事青藏高原考古工作，发现汉晋织锦、中原丝绸等文物，提出“西藏西部丝绸之路”概念 。其主持的西藏阿里故如甲木墓地、曲踏墓地及青海乌兰泉沟 ...
AbstractThis study centers on the symbiotic integration of art and chemistry in the conservation of bronze artifacts. Focusing on chemical analysis, cleaning, corrosion protection, and sealing, it aims to balance scientific stability with historical authe
AbstractThe magic lantern, developed in the mid-17th century, was the first optical instrument for projecting transparent images painted on glass slides. It became a powerful tool for scientific and religious education, entertainment, and advertising thro
AbstractAccurate identification of pigments is vital for preserving Tibetan Thangka paintings, where mineral colors often occur in undocumented mixtures and layered structures. We introduce an automatic hyperspectral framework that unifies pigment classif
AbstractThis study focuses on the three-dimensional visualization of intangible cultural heritage of the tie-dye handicraft, proposing a craft logic-oriented virtual modeling method to reconstruct fabric shaping and dyeing in virtual space. Based on a par
AbstractHan-Tang Western Region beacon towers hold significant historical value but suffer severe damage, with traditional restoration lacking visual references. This paper proposes a GAN-based image restoration method combining Pix2Pix and CycleGAN model
Marine Appart, Jiří Vnouček, Marc Fourneau, Nicolas Gros, Francesca Cecchet, Yves Poumay, Caroline Canon, Matthew James Collins Olivier Deparisnpj Heritage Science volume 13, Article number: 665 (2025)AbstractThe ability of sheepskin to delaminate has be
AbstractAncient manuscripts require digitization to combat deterioration and enable preservation. This study addresses challenges in multilingual document processing, including noise, texture variations, and ink fading, by proposing GLADUnet – a Global-Lo
AbstractThangka murals, as a vital carrier of Tibetan Buddhist culture, pose unique challenges for automatic image colorization due to their intricate structures and rich symbolic content. To address the critical issues of color overflow and semantic inco
AbstractAncient murals, as invaluable cultural heritage, are prone to degradation from natural erosion and human activities. Traditional manual restoration methods have inherent limitations, which in turn make virtual restoration a promising and innovativ
AbstractPredynastic Egyptian stone vessels offer unique insight into the technological sophistication of early cultures. Thousands of stone vessels were created during the Predynastic Period. Many objects lack archaeological context due to looting and hap
AbstractTraditional Chinese gardens embody sophisticated spatial design principles often described through abstract terms like “scenic archetypes,” yet systematic methods for analyzing their visual spatial characteristics remain underdeveloped. This study
AbstractGenerating traditional Chinese landscape paintings from classical poetry is a challenging cross-modal task due to the condensed semantics and esthetic abstraction of poetic language. Existing text-to-image models struggle to interpret classical Ch
Marina Costa, Cláudia S. L. Vicente, Margarida Espada, Jorge M. S. Faria, Jorge Ginja Teixeira, José Bettencourt Dora Martins Teixeiranpj Heritage Science volume 13, Article number: 672 (2025)AbstractUnderwater archaeological excavations at a shipwreck l
npj Heritage Science volume 13, Article number: 674 (2025)Teodora Boyadzhieva, Michael Højlund Rasmussen, Bjarke Jensen, Arne Jouttijärvi, Arkadiusz Goszczak, Jacek Fiutowski, Caroline E. Larsen Lasse Kristian Taagelund HedegaardAbstractA renovation of t
AbstractOracle bone script, China’s earliest known mature writing system, epitomizes ancient Chinese civilization’s origins. However, many characters are severely damaged by temporal degradation and natural erosion, complicating their interpretation. Thus
AbstractThis study investigates the provenance and manufacturing process of glassware excavated from the Jiujian Site in Heilongjiang Province, China, dating to the Liao and Jin Dynasties (A.D. 907–1234), using multiple non-destructive analytical techniqu
AbstractRangoli, a vibrant and intricate art form integral to Indian festivals, symbolizes cultural heritage and community spirit. Despite its deep-rooted significance, the preservation and classification of rangoli designs have been underexplored. Our wo
AbstractUnderstanding ecosystem service driving mechanisms (ESDM) is essential to ensure the sustainable utilization of ecosystem services (ES). However, a systematic assessment of ESDM is still lacking. To address this gap, this study used a systematic l
Jakub Markiewicz, Patryk Kot, Andreas Georgopoulos, Agnieszka Bocheńska, Magomed Muradov, Mona Hess, Karol Czajkowski, Dorota Zawieska Angeliki Antoniounpj Heritage Science volume 13, Article number: 622 (2025)AbstractThe safeguarding and preservation of
AbstractArchaeological Predictive Model is crucial for efficient site identification but faces challenges like high uncertainty in negative samples, limited accuracy, and simplistic analyses of site-environment interactions. This study, based on 189 Kusha
AbstractAs a living heritage, the Jiangnan Canal landscape features interwoven natural and artificial water networks. To accurately interpret its overall spatial composition and address heritage sustainability challenges, this study proposes Geo-SegFormer
The illicit trade of architectural elements poses a long-standing challenge to cultural heritage conservation yet remains largely overlooked. This paper highlights the need to interlink heritage metadata and visual data for identifying architectural eleme
AbstractIn the context of global urban renewal, historic urban areas (HUAs) face the challenge of balancing heritage preservation with sustainable development. Heritage tourism is a key pathway to achieve this balance. The emotional responses and behavior
npj Heritage Science volume 14, Article number: 3 (2026)Martina Bernabale, Luca Buccini, Pierfrancesco Atanasio, Alessia Sanna, Anna Candida Felici, Daniele Passeri, Marco Rossi, Paolo Binaco Danilo DiniAbstractDuring the Roman period, amphorae were esse
AbstractWith three millennia of evolution history, ancient Chinese characters present unique challenges for intelligent recognition systems due to severe degradation and stylistic variations, causing notable intra-class variation and reduced inter-class s
AbstractPaper-based artifacts are particularly susceptible to pest infestations. To overcome the limitations associated with conventional treatments, this study introduces a nitrogen-based anoxia/hypoxia and pressure regulation (NPR) system as a safer alt
AbstractThis GIS-based study examines the spatiotemporal evolution of 1085 settlements and capitals in the Luoyang Basin from the Xia to Han-Wei periods (c. 2070 BCE—534 CE). Settlement patterns transitioned from a dispersed, multi-centric cluster to a pr
AbstractSiheyuan, a traditional Chinese courtyard dwelling, is the cultural heritage where Fengshui, the ancient Chinese superstitious geomancy, is embedded. This paper presents a novel parametric approach to interpret the Fengshui theory Li Qi computatio
AbstractIn the context of heritage tourism development, accurately identifying the preferences of new-generation tourists is critically important. Based on dual-process theory, this paper combines questionnaire surveys with neuroscience (ERP) techniques t
AbstractIdentifying ancient textile fibers is crucial for conservation and reflects ancient subsistence and economic practices. This study investigates fiber and textile fragments from two neighboring turquoise mining sites in the Hexi Corridor, dating to
AbstractWater seepage can accelerate the deterioration of stone, but previous experimental studies often only focused on a single solution, ignoring the complexity of the natural water environment. In this study, sandstone samples from two strata of Lesha
AbstractThis study fills the gap regarding the behaviour of neutral verdigris pigment (Cu(CH₃COO)₂·H₂O) in traditional wall-painting techniques, an area far less studied than its degradation in manuscripts or easel paintings. Verdigris was applied using t
AbstractDesiccation cracking and salt accumulation are major deterioration mechanisms in earthen sites within site museums, primarily caused by coupled moisture and salt migration under controlled environmental conditions. However, limited research on soi
Han Zhang, Taozhi Wang, Zhan Zhang, Bang Li, Hua Sun, Chengbin Hou, Nan Wang, Yang Yu, Qingju Jiao, Jing Xiong Yongge Liunpj Heritage Science volume 14, Article number: 19 (2026)AbstractOracle bone inscriptions are China’s earliest writing system, dating
AbstractGlobal agricultural heritage systems (GIAHS), recognized for their biocultural significance, is facing a critical challenge of balancing preservation with development. Despite digital nomads’ potential to generate low-impact heritage revitalizatio
AbstractWe test whether orientation rules in the Eight Mansions (Ba Zhai) tradition align with microclimatic comfort in a hot–humid setting. Using CFD coupled with the Universal Thermal Climate Index (UTCI), we simulated 24 rotational orientations of a ty
Qiang Zhang, Jiazhen Qin, Ying Qi, Teng Wan, Shanxiong Chen, Lixin Yang, Chenyang Wang, Xin Zhang, Jintan Han Fengchen Qinpj Heritage Science volume 14, Article number: 25 (2026)AbstractJiandu, ancient China’s primary writing medium before paper, frequen
AbstractBronze inscriptions (BI), engraved on ritual vessels, constitute a crucial stage of early Chinese writing and provide indispensable evidence for archeological and historical studies. However, automatic BI recognition is challenging due to visual d
Shengxin Peng, Wen Liu, Tao Zhang, Junbing Pu, Zhiqiang Zhao, Haoran Liu, Yanhao Zhai, Nataša Ravbar, Alena Gessert Eko Haryononpj Heritage Science volume 14, Article number: 31 (2026)AbstractCave-air CO₂, one of the key indicators of cave ecosystem stab
AbstractBronze statues hold deep significance in Buddhism and Bon, often containing relics sealed within their hollow interiors. Traditional scholarly methods, such iconographic analysis, cannot access the hidden contents of these statues without risking
AbstractAncient glass beads excavated across Japan are key materials for understanding cultural exchanges across the Eurasian continent. Conventional analysis relies on expert inspection and chemical composition measurements, making large-scale investigat
AbstractCultural heritage (CH) conservation has long been shaped by expert value perceptions (EVP), while public perspectives remain underrepresented. With the growing recognition of CH’s role in urban social sustainability, there is a need to move beyond
AbstractAncient mural restoration is a challenging conditional image-generation problem because of large missing regions, semantic ambiguity, and strict demands for cultural and stylistic fidelity. We present DiffuMural, a multi-stage, condition-guided di
AbstractPrehistoric sites are important materials for understanding prehistoric civilization. This study addresses the limitations of current archaeological databases, which often suffer from fragmented data structures, weak spatiotemporal integration and
AbstractThis study investigates the provenance of Tang-dynasty black-glazed porcelain excavated from the Yingou site in Fuping, Shaanxi, through comparative analysis with authenticated Tang-dynasty Yaozhou kiln samples. A multi-analytical approach combini
AbstractThis study presents an integrated archaeometric analysis of three key Roman mosaics (Tethys, Erotes, and Scrollworks) from the Marroquíes Altos site (Jaén, Spain), currently displayed at the Museum of Jaén. The aim was to enhance their historical
AbstractIn early Chinese civilization loess-based clay mold technology was instrumental to both the mass production of ritual bronzes and the development of metallurgical traditions. A comprehensive understanding of ancient Chinese bronze casting technolo
Published: 26 January 2026npj Heritage Science volume 14, Article number: 58 (2026)AbstractThis paper presents the multi-analytical study of the pictorial ensemble in Room 3 of the Domus of Salvius in Carthago Nova with the aim of deepening knowledge of t
AbstractThe Ming Great Wall in Beijing suffers from hidden voids, detachments, and moisture infiltration from long-term weathering and human impacts. Invasive diagnostics risk irreversible damage to this UNESCO site. This study developed a non-destructive
关于丝绸之路遗址的修复与展示研究相对较少；这些遗址是典型的土遗址，由风蚀沙地和零散的墙体部分组成，地面上几乎没有发现遗存。本研究以锁阳城遗址为例，运用无人机倾斜摄影、三维激光扫描、虚拟现实（VR）、增强现实（AR）和人工智能（AI）等数字技术，构建锁阳城遗址的三维数字模型。通过实地调研，本文分析了游客对遗址的感知价值，提取了修复设计元 ...
AbstractAlthough research on ground stone tools has increasingly embraced multidisciplinary approaches over the years, studies on polished stone axes and adzes still lack deeper and dynamic analysis. This paper presents a study of the function and reuse o
AbstractOnline cultural heritage presentations are transitioning from traditional media to immersive 3D displays, yet high-fidelity on-site 3D modeling faces copyright, security, and preservation constraints. This study proposes a deep learning-based 3D r
Published: 29 January 2026npj Heritage Science volume 14, Article number: 66 (2026)AbstractThis study applies high-precision industrial metrology to the conservation of rammed-earth buildings (Tulou), establishing a structural health monitoring (SHM) fram
Published: 31 January 2026npj Heritage Science volume 14, Article number: 74 (2026)AbstractOutdoor solar loading thermography (SLT) for cultural heritage is challenged by nonstationary environmental forcing that masks defect responses. This study advances
Published: 31 January 2026npj Heritage Science volume 14, Article number: 78 (2026)AbstractIntangible cultural heritage (ICH) loses its foundation for preservation and transmission when separated from inheritors and material contexts. Most current 3D digi
AbstractLate Antiquity in the Mediterranean region and its border areas marks a period of significant historical change characterised by large-scale population movements and intense cultural interactions that are not yet fully understood. To offer new ins
Khazrati Imam 建筑群（俗称 Khast Imam）是塔什干的主要景点之一。它出现在大约 4 个世纪前。现在每天都有很多游客前来欣赏这里的建筑之美。
法纳戈里亚-是俄罗斯克拉斯诺达尔边疆区塔曼半岛上最大的古希腊城市，沿着西梅里安博斯普鲁斯海峡东岸分布在两个高原上。这座传奇城市Phanagoria 成立于约公元前543年，爱奥尼亚-泰奥斯人因与波斯国王居鲁士大帝发生冲突而不得不逃离小亚细亚。这座城市以其中一位殖民者法纳戈拉斯的名字命名。历史学家尤利娅·乌斯蒂诺娃 (Yulia Ustinova )表示：“法纳戈 ...
佩里亚（皮埃里亚）的塞琉西亚（或 Suedia，希腊语：Σελεύκεια Πιερία Seleucia Pieria）是叙利亚希腊化王国的一个港口，或又称“海边的塞琉西亚”。现代名称为Çevlik，是现在土耳其哈塔伊省萨曼达格附近的一个村庄。塞琉西亚是“叙利亚四城”的一部分，其他三个城市是：安条克、奥龙特斯河畔的阿帕米亚和老底嘉。这座城位于安条克下游， ...
乌尊达拉是一座可追溯至公元前3至4世纪的古老堡垒，其遗址由俄罗斯科学院考古研究所与乌兹别克斯坦科学院艺术研究所的联合考古队在苏尔汉河州（德尔本特附近）发现。乌尊达拉边境堡垒是古代巴克特里亚农业绿洲北部边境防御体系中的重要战略节点，用于抵御游牧民族的袭击。这座石头堡垒位于拜松山脚下，海拔超过1700米，拥有强大的防御工事——双层城墙、13 ...
Lithic Technologies in Sedentary Societies 作者:Rachel A. Horowitz /Grant S. McCall出版社: University Press of Colorado出版年: 2019-5页数: 274定价: USD 72.00装帧: HardcoverISBN: 9781607328902内容简介 Lithic Technologies in Sedentary Societies examines lithic technology fro
