REN1 · 16.0054
Jar
11th–early 12th centuries CE
Mawarannahr
Ceramic
20.6 × 12.6 cm
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Description
The jar belongs to the 11th – early12th centuries and was discovered in Mawarannahr. This jar is one of the most widely used ceramic vessels for practical and aesthetic purposes. It has dimensions of 20.6 × 12.6 cm and is intended for storing beverages or other liquids. The ceramics of Mawarannahr are distinguished by their delicate decorations and patterns. In this vase, plant and geometric motifs are widely used, which illuminate the culture and traditions of crafts of that time. This jar is considered an important part of the crafts and cultural life of the Mawarannahr in the 11th–12th centuries.