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Archaeopress Scelte tecnologiche, expertise e aspetti sociali della produzione: Una metodologia multidisciplinare applicata allo studio della ceramica eneolitica
Ceramic technology is a topic widely explored in archaeology, especially for its social inferences. This volume addresses the social aspects of production and the role of potters within prehistoric communities. The book focusses on the Copper Age when social complexity was incipient rather than developed, and ceramic production was not considered a formalised activity. Household and funerary pottery dated from the second half of the 4th to the end of the 3rd millennium BC unearthed from eight archaeological contexts located in the current area of Rome were analysed through a multidisciplinary study. An integrated approach of archaeometric investigation, trace analysis and experimental archaeology provided a framework of empirical data reflecting the transmission of technological choices among diverse ceramic traditions and the coexistence of different levels of expertise within productions related to household or funerary activities. Petrographic analyses, XRF and XRD, led to an understanding of the ceramic recipes, their use and the firing technology used by Copper Age potters. The reference collection of technological traces relating to forming techniques, surface treatments and comb decorations allowed characterization of the craftspeople’s expertise. A potter’s skill is inferred in terms of the technical investment required at each stage of production or in shaping specific ceramic vessels. In light of these data, the pottery from the Copper Age contexts of central Italy suggests a recurring association between skilled productions and socially valued goods, as the vessels used in funerary contexts demonstrate.
£42.47
CrackBoom! Books The Winter Party: With 2-Way Sequins!
The Winter Fairy is preparing a big party! She sends the Little Snowman to deliver invitations to all the animals living near the castle. The brave Little Snowman must convince hesitant guests, listen to their worries, and even dare to go into a dark cave! Will he manage to gather everyone in time for the Winter Party? A compassionate story about helpfulness, perseverance, and empathy. Beautifully written for little ones to relate; Charmingly illustrated images your child will enjoy; Demonstrates helpfulness, perseverance, and empathy in a compassionate way.
£8.50
City Monsters Books Paris Monsters: A Search and Find Book
The little monsters are in Paris to visit their cousins the gargoyles! Between the Eiffel Tower, Montmartre and the Louvre Museum, there is so much to discover. The capital of France is just full of hiding places for little monsters: the subway trains, the Trocadéro or even a bike basket! Have fun finding them all as you explore the City of Light’s most iconic landmarks and sights, including the Arc de Triomphe, the Tuileries Garden, the Parc de la Villette, Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral and the Gare de Lyon. A search and find book sure to keep children entertained; Special large size edition! Vibrant illustrations to keep little ones enganged. City Monsters is a delightful book series that lets children discover cities, regions or countries from an amusing perspective. Every sturdy page features a site or an attraction where they must track down cleverly concealed little monsters. A great introduction to geography and history for the younger ones. Sightseeing has never been this fun!
£8.50
