10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «PITHOI»
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pithoi in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to
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Cretan Bronze Age
Pithoi: Traditions and Trends in the ...
This book is not a pithos handbook in the narrow sense-although the study offers a typological division of the data with comments on chronology and spatial distribution-it integrates stylistic considerations with broad fabric and ...
Kostandinos S. Christakis, 2005
2
Biblical Peoples and Ethnicity: An Archaeological Study of ...
At Tell el- (Umeiri, flotation of the contents of collared pithoi produced remains of
lentils, chick peas, wheat, barley, and spices, leading the excavators to suggest
that these jars were used as container for dry goods (Herr et al. 1991, 159).
3
Traditions in Profile: A Chronological Sequence of Western ...
PITHOI Overall, pithoi are poorly represented in Zone E. There are very few
fragments compared to most other ceramic categories and they never amount to
more than 3.5% of the assemblage. Of the total number of sherds examined in
this ...
Jeanette Marilyn Cooper, 2007
4
Bene Israel: Studies in the Archaeology of Israel and the ...
Stratum VI > many grain pits and some pithoi Stratum V > many pithoi, few pits
and bins Stratum IVB > large above-ground household silos, few pits and bins,
few pithoi A similar scenario for diachronic changes in methods of grain storage,
...
Alexander Fantalkin, Assaf Yasur-Landau, 2008
5
"I Will Speak the Riddles of Ancient Times": Archaeological ...
A few examples of narrow-necked pithoi were found in Stratum 14 at Tell oArqa
on the northern coast of Lebanon (Thalmann 1991: Fig. 8:1–4). A very large
group of wide-necked pithoi was found in Phase H at Tell Hama on the Orontes.
6
Household and City Organization at Olynthus
of Many Colors held at least four pithoi. The bases of two of these were found in
situ, suggesting that they were sunk below the floor, while the other two were
probably above the floor. The three pithoi in the House of the Twin Erotes and
those ...
7
Pithoi: Technology and History of Storage Vessels Through ...
This is followed by the presentation of the results of research in the Gulf of Messenia, which focuses on the manmade and the natural environment, the technology of making the vases and the ways in which they are distributed.
Mimika Giannopoulou, 2010
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Pichvnari and Its Environs: 6th C BC-4th C AD
part of Colchis) and sometimes depictions linked with chtonic deities (swastikas,
cocks, horses) can be seen on this pithoi. It was also a common practice to make
marks on these pithoi, that were marks of particular craftsmen or workshops7.
Gocha R. Tsetskhladze, 1999
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Fortetsa: Early Greek Tombs Near Knossos
Pithoi: X 83, P 54 (LVII), P 38 (L). MG-EO. Cup: X In 21. MG. Lids: X In 83 (i), VII ia
(white). MG and EO. Vertical as triglyph: Pithos: X 12. MG. 5w Similar; outlined.
Pithoi: VII 9, VIII 3, VII 11. LG. 5x Chain of lozenges filled with dots. Cup: I ioi. EO.
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A LM IA Ceramic Kiln in South-central Crete: Function and ...
PITHOI (57-58; Fig. 37) Fragments of this shape occurred throughout the dump
as well as inside the kiln, and include a few wasters (e.g., Fig. 42: C 10283). The
fragments from within the kiln probably served as fire supports (57; see below, p.
10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «PITHOI»
Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term
pithoi is used in the context of the following news items.
Race around Yeronisos island
A series of huge pithoi have also been recovered along the southern edge of the island where similar large vessels were previously found. «Cyprus Mail, Jun 15»
End pinot racism: Skin color genetics and pink pinot gris
(Pithoi are ancient Greek clay jars similar to amphorae [or the Georgian qvevri] but designed to stand up by being partially buried in the ground ... «Palate Pres, Mar 15»
Archaeologists excavate fortified site from ancient Kingdom of Judah
... Cypriot zoomorphic vessels, local and imported Cypriot and Mycenaean figurines, fragments of ceramic masks and two large Cypriot pithoi. «Popular Archaeology, Feb 15»
Back to the ancient
Wine kept for personal consumption was stored in animal skins but wine destined for export was stored in terra cotta pithoi (large jugs). Sealed ... «Neos Kosmos, Jan 15»
Researchers discover Ancient Cult Complex in Israel
Inside the massive complex, the researchers found ceramic jars, called pithoi. The team stated that these jars are so large that they could be ... «NY City News, Dec 14»
3300-Year-Old Possible Ritual Site Uncovered at Tel Burma
In the courtyard of the building, Shai's team found two large storage vessels called pithoi, each capable of holding some two hundred liters. «Breaking Israel News, Oct 14»
Is This How Canaanite Worship Looked During Joshua's Conquest?
Another unusual find was made at the site, where two very large ceramic storage jars known as pithoi were located in the submerged courtyard. «Arutz Sheva, Oct 14»
Canaanite cult site offers up its treasures after 3300 years
Shai's team found two huge ceramic storage jars known as pithoi in the submerged courtyard, each capable of storing roughly 200 liters (52 ... «The Times of Israel, Oct 14»
Archaeologists Found 3300 Year Old Cult Complex in Israel
The archaeologists found gigantic jars known as pithoi in the 3,300-year-old cult complex in Israel that are almost as big as a human being. «Guardian Liberty Voice, Oct 14»
Ancient Cult Complex of Canaanites Storm God Uncovered in Israel
The most exciting find for the archaeologists are the giant pithoi, or storage jars, found, because many of these remain intact. An analysis of the ... «Guardian Liberty Voice, Oct 14»
