PREI · 11.0017
Mug
7th–8th centuries CE
Ceramic
7.3 × 8 cm
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Description
This Small Ceramic Mug dates to the 7th–8th centuries CE and is an example of local craftsmanship and applied art. Such vessels were used to store water, oil, or other foodstuffs. The mug distinguishes by polished surface and simple decoration and reflects both practical and aesthetic values of the period. Widely used in daily household life, it provides valuable insight into the lifestyle and culture of the time and is an important archaeological artifact.