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The Roman bronze situla comes from a collection of archaeological artifacts confiscated at customs and transferred to the holdings of the National Museum of History of Moldova in 2009. Its place of discovery remains unknown.

A situla (Latin for "bucket") is a metal vessel-usually made of bronze-shaped like a pail and equipped with two movable handles at the top, traditionally used for mixing wine with water. The handles are attached to the vessel via two decorated ears that are welded to the rim.

The body of the situla is truncated-conical in shape and features two decorative bands with small circular patterns formed by hammering, located just below the rim.

Its base is double-layered: the inner bottom is hemispherical and hammered, while the outer bottom is flat and lathe-made. The outer base is welded to the inner bottom, serving as the vessel's foot-support.

This object was crafted using a combination of casting, hammering, and partial lathe-finishing. Dimensions: Maximum height - 31.7 cm; Maximum diameter - 22.8 cm; Base diameter - 13.5 cm

Situlae of this type originated in the Roman Empire and were later adopted by various ancient peoples, including those from the northwestern Pontic region.


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African Fashion Show for Charity

May 27, 2023

On May 27, a special event took place at the National Museum of History of Moldova, the African Fashion Show for Charity, which brought together African culture and local brands in a unique and stylish way. The event took place in a charitable context, with the aim of supporting Hospices of Hope Moldova.

African Fashion Show for Charity was the first African fashion event of its kind organized in the Republic of Moldova and represented a unique opportunity to discover the beauty and richness of African culture, especially from Sierra Leone and West Africa. By presenting traditional fashion and accessories, local designers and brands captivated the audience and offered a foray into a world full of color and style.

The event had a diverse program that included the presentation of African clothing collections for adults and children, accompanied by the vibrant rhythms of Afrobeats music. Participants had the opportunity to admire unique pieces of clothing, created with mastery and inspired by the traditions and history of Africa.

During the event, an exhibition of accessories available for sale for charity was also organized. Participants had the chance to purchase unique jewelry and accessories, thus contributing to raising funds for Hospices of Hope Moldova and supporting those in need.

The National Museum of History of Moldova, as the host of the event, thanks all the participants, designers, local brands and the public present for their generous support. Through their active involvement in this charity event, they demonstrated that fashion can be a powerful tool for promoting cultural values and supporting people in need.



 

 


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The National Museum of History of Moldova takes place among the most significant museum institutions of the Republic of Moldova, in terms of both its collection and scientific reputation.
©2006-2025 National Museum of History of Moldova
Visit museum 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
Phones:
Secretariat: +373 (22) 24-43-25
Department of Public Relations and Museum Education: +373 (22) 24-04-26
Fax: +373 (22) 24-43-69
E-mail: office@nationalmuseum.md
Technical Support: info@nationalmuseum.md
Web site administration and maintenance: Andrei EMILCIUC

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The National Museum of History of Moldova takes place among the most significant museum institutions of the Republic of Moldova, in terms of both its collection and scientific reputation.
©2006-2025 National Museum of History of Moldova
Visit museum 31 August 1989 St., 121 A, MD 2012, Chisinau, Republic of Moldova
Phones:
Secretariat: +373 (22) 24-43-25
Department of Public Relations and Museum Education: +373 (22) 24-04-26
Fax: +373 (22) 24-43-69
E-mail: office@nationalmuseum.md
Technical Support: info@nationalmuseum.md
Web site administration and maintenance: Andrei EMILCIUC