Multi-technique study of a ceramic archaeological artifact and its content

S Legnaioli1, F Anabitarte Garcia, A Andreotti

  • 1ICCOM-CNR, Research Area of Pisa, Via G. Moruzzi 1, 56124 Pisa, Italy.

Summary

This study used advanced physical and chemical methods to analyze an ancient ceramic vase. The findings helped determine the vase's material, content, and origin.

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