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Scientific Object Identifier: http://s-o-i.org/1.1/TAS-05-73-12
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.15863/TAS.2019.05.73.12
Language: English
Citation: Aripdjanov, O. Y. (2019). A brief history of the worked bone, ivory, antler and horn objects from Bactria in Kushan period (1st century BC – 4th century AD). ISJ Theoretical & Applied Science, 05 (73), 65-67. Soi: http://s-o-i.org/1.1/TAS-05-73-12 Doi: https://dx.doi.org/10.15863/TAS.2019.05.73.12 |
Pages: 65-67
Published: 30.05.2019
Abstract: This paper offers the first systematic study of the artifacts of bone, ivory, antler and horn discovered from the various archaeological contexts of the Kushan period in Bactria. After examining such issues as the sources of the raw material, carving technique, symbolism and functions of the objects, the sisprovides an analysis on the genesis and development of the manufacture of bone and ivory artifacts as well as a complete catalogue of the objects found so far from the archaeological excavations in Bactria. It will also touch upon questions such as distinctions between local production and imports and the social and economic roles of craftsmen in the Bactrian society of the Kushan period.
Key words: Bactria, Kushan period, bone, ivory, carving technique.
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