Production Of Ceramics Of Narva Culture (Reconstructions Based On Experimental Archaeology)
Production Of Ceramics Of Narva Culture (Reconstructions Based On Experimental Archaeology)
Author(s): Sigita MikšaitėSubject(s): Archaeology
Published by: Teaduste Akadeemia Kirjastus
Keywords: Production Of Ceramics ; Narva Culture : Reconstructions Based ; Experimental Archaeology
Summary/Abstract: The pottery of Narva Culture was the first ceramics in the East Baltic Region. In the course of practical experiment, the questions related to the production technology of Neolithic pottery were resolved and studied in detail. That includes clay preparation, coil joining, ornamentation and firing. Vessels were made experimentally, giving an understanding of the archaic techniques and traditions of the Neolithic potters. Two ways for ceramics firing, namely field hearth and pile-fire have been tested.
Journal: Eesti Arheoloogia Ajakiri
- Issue Year: 9/2005
- Issue No: 1
- Page Range: 060-072
- Page Count: 13
- Language: English