Inabure crushing the shells

The British Museum 2026 Open access

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Authors: Angelo Marcelo Vasco, Bruno Pastre Máximo
DOI: 10.25420/britishmuseum.31653694
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Abstract

Inabure holds a pestle as she crushes the oyster shells that will be added to the clay as temper. Inside the mortar lies the powder resulting from the grinding of the shells.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Ancient Mediterranean Archaeology and History Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Archaeological and Geological Studies

Publication details

Journal / source
The British Museum
Publication date
13 March 2026
Language
EN