Upper part of a Jar Handle

The upper part of this bronze jar handle was discovered in the Samarkand region and dates to the 10th–11th centuries CE. The handle consists of three parts. Its casting demonstrates advanced technical skill. It not only served a practical function but also reflects the cultural and artistic characteristics of the period through its decorations. The patterns and decorations on the handle demonstrate the craftsmen’s refined artistic taste and cultural beliefs. This artifact is a unique source of information about the daily life and crafts of the people of Mawarannahr.