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Document Details : Title: Petrographic Analysis of Early Trnas-Caucasian Ceramics from the Bayburt Region, North Eastern Anatolia Subtitle: An Exploratory Study Author(s): BATIUK, Stepen Journal: Ancient Near Eastern Studies Volume: 37 Date: 2000 Pages: 153-163 DOI: 10.2143/ANES.37.0.1084 Abstract : Petrographic analysis is a frequently used form of materials analysis in archaeological investigations. Works has begun on a petrographic characterization of the Early Transcaucasian Wares from the Bayburt Region in an effort to provide a general characterization of the wares, as well as identify exotic or imported wares, and examine patterns in the ceramic industry. This article presents the exploratory results of this investigation, and provides evidence for the characterization of the ceramic industry of Early Transcaucasian Culture of the Bayburt region. The discovery of grog tempering provokes discussion on the larger question of migration in regards to the Early Transcaucasian culture which is discussed. |
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