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The British Museum 2026 Open access

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Authors: Mauricio de Paiva, Bruno Pastre Máximo
DOI: 10.25420/britishmuseum.31677145
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Abstract

Women potters are seated on the ground with their legs stretched out, carrying out surface treatment on the clay vessels they are making. They use wooden tools to smooth the outer surfaces of vessels of different shapes.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Crafts Textile and Design Archaeology and Rock Art Studies Ancient Mediterranean Archaeology and History

Publication details

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