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PREI · 11.0007

Spice Vessel

Central Asia
1st–5th centuries
Ceramic
11.2 × 5.5 cm

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Description

This ceramic vessel, measuring 11.2× 5.5 cm, was made in the territory of present-day Uzbekistan between the 1st and 5th centuries, reflecting the culinary traditions and domestic culture of that era. It was likely intended for storing spices, medicinal herbs, or valuable substances. Its carefully crafted shape, size, and material quality demonstrate the high level of craftsmanship and cultural needs of the time. Such vessels may have played an important role in local trade, culinary practices, and medicine. Through this artifact, valuable insights can be gained into daily life, material culture, agriculture, and trade relations in ancient Central Asia.