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This clay vessel was discovered in 1982 by archaeologist V. Sorochin during excavations of a burial mound (no. 1) located in the village of Speia, Dubăsari District. It originates from grave no. 5 and is dated to the 4th millennium BC, belonging to the Usatovo culture.
The vessel was found in a child's grave. The burial pit had an oval shape, and the deceased was laid in a crouched position (similar to the fetal posture), on the left side. A total of five vessels were uncovered in this grave: three near the back, one at the feet, and one in the pelvic area.
The cultural attribution of this funerary complex was determined based on the burial rite and grave goods. This culture is characterized by the specific construction of the burial pit, as well as the positioning and orientation of the deceased toward the east and northeast.

The vessel is shaped from clay mixed with finely crushed shell. Its walls curve gradually toward the top, with the widest diameter at the shoulder area. It has a short neck, a slightly flared rim, and a flat base. The surface is carefully polished, in some areas to a lustrous finish. The interior is reddish-brown, while the exterior is yellowish-brown with gray spots. The rim features groups of perforations, three of which are preserved in their original state. The diameter of the holes is 0.35 cm. The space between the groups of perforations is decorated with cord impressions. The transition from the neck to the shoulder is adorned with three horizontal lines made with cord, from which, in five places, three vertical lines descend, each 5 cm long, executed using the same technique. At the time of discovery, these lines were filled with a white paste. The space between the groups of lines is decorated at the top with short vertical lines (0.5 cm long), and in the center with a meander ornament made of two parallel lines impressed with cord. The base of the vessel retains the imprint of a textile.
Vessel dimensions: Height: 22 cm; Rim diameter: 15.7 cm; Maximum diameter: 22 cm; Base diameter: 10 cm.

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”Ukraine: The Art of the Unyielding / Україна: Мистецтво Нескорених”

April 2–18, 2025

The National Museum of History of Moldova, in partnership with the Embassy of Ukraine in the Republic of Moldova, is organizing the exhibition "Ukraine: The Art of the Unyielding" / „Україна: Мистецтво Нескорених." This exhibition features a diverse range of decorative art, including handcrafted jewelry made of natural stone, symbolic traditional crowns, and ethnic accessories that highlight Ukrainian identity.

The exhibition showcases three distinctive collections. The first, "The Legacy of Generations. Revival" / „Спадок поколінь. Відродження", includes 20 necklaces made from natural stone and adorned with hand-cast beads of brass, bronze, and copper. The designer, Svitlana Golovchuk, hails from the Carpathian Mountains. Her creations are inspired by the culture and history of her family, reflecting patriotism and traditions passed down through generations.

The second collection, "I Will Weave a Crown, I Will Weave a Silk Crown" / „Заплету віночок, заплету шовковий", features crowns made of dried flowers, with each flower carrying a symbolic meaning. The author, Mîhailova Vilena, is a fashion designer and founder of several creative organizations. These crowns are a modern reinterpretation of a traditional Ukrainian element.

The third collection, "Symbol of Ukraine" / „Символ України", showcases crowns made of satin ribbons, created by Larisa Davîdenko, a designer and educator. Her pieces blend traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design.

The exhibition is organized by the Embassy of Ukraine in the Republic of Moldova along with partners: the Association of Ukrainian Culture and Art in Moldova "Ptashka," the NGO "International Impact Center," and the NGO "International Institute of Women's Popular Diplomacy of Ukraine."

This exhibition is not only an opportunity to admire the beauty of artistic creations but also to support Ukrainian art.

"Ukraine: The Art of the Unyielding" / „Україна: Мистецтво Нескорених" can be visited between April 2-18, 2025, with the opening ceremony taking place on April 2, 2025, at 2:00 PM in the ground floor lobby of the National Museum of History of Moldova, Chișinău, 31 August 1989 Street, 121A.