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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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"Moldova has art. Chisinau has art"

June 7, 2024

On June 7, in the yard of the National Museum of History of Moldova, Aquarelle organized the third edition of the event dedicated to the promotion of the country's cultural treasure - "Moldova has art. Chisinau has art", which brought prominent personalities from the art world and talented young people at the beginning of their careers on the same stage. The initiative provided a valuable platform for new talent to be discovered and supported by the community.

Under the baton of artistic director Alexandru Rotaru and conductor Cristian Spătaru, the Municipal Chamber Orchestra "Camerata Chisinau" offered an unforgettable evening. Along with special guests, including Natalia Tanasiiciuc, Vitalie Maciunschi, Marian Stîrcea, Anna Odobescu, Elena Demirdjean, Lilia Șolomei, Constantin Friptuleac, Aliona Triboi, Eugen Negruța, as well as talented young people from educational institutions with an arts profile in Chisinau, the event demonstrated the diversity and cultural richness of Moldova.

The work of local painters and sculptors was also in the spotlight, with works of art on display for admiration and purchase. Thus, the participants had the opportunity to interact and admire the works of Iurie Matei, Vasile Botnaru, Alexei Gurschii, Larisa Stati, Nicoleta Stati, Anastasia Racovcena, Cristina Balan, Olesea Muntean, Olivia Furtună, Natalia Romanenco, Inga Orehova, Inga Edu, Serghei Kliuchnikoff, Ion Carchelan, Mari Iurskaya, Maria Sclearenco, Natalia Iampoliskaia, Irina Bardița, Yuliana Klichevki, Artatito, Viorica Puzur, Cristina Mândru, Aliona Ocnean, Silvia Nicolaescu, Tatiana Turcanu, Alina Vicol, Diana Memeț, Lidia Grozav, Stela Postolache, Alexandra Bondac and others.

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Clay Vessel discovered in Speia Village, Dubăsari District

"Moldova has art. Chisinau has art"

June 7, 2024

#Exhibit of the Month