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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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Ana Grițco

"Carol Schmidt: Back in Time"

National Museum of History of Moldova, 2014 Bond Offices, 160 p. ISBN 978-9975-80-823-1

In a fascinating story that weaves past and present, this book explores the life and remarkable contributions of Carol Schmidt, a figure who played a pivotal role in the history of Chisinau in the first half of the 19th century.

Through thorough and documented research, the author brings to the fore the historical context of Chisinau from the mentioned period, illustrating the importance and influence that the city administration exercised during the life of Carol Schmidt.

Through the detailed analysis of Carol Schmidt's service form, readers are invited to discover more about the role and responsibilities he had in city administration, providing a clear insight into his activities and how he influenced contemporaries.

This section brings to the fore the profound impact that Carol Schmidt had on the history and development of Chisinau, highlighting his significant contributions to various aspects of the city's life, from infrastructure to culture and society.

Through unique documents, this part of the book offers a deeper look into the personal and family life of Carol Schmidt, completing the portrait of a man who not only influenced the history of his city, but was also strongly influenced by the family and social context in who lived.

"Carol Schmidt: Back in Time" is an engaging exploration of an important figure in the history of Chisinau, bringing to the fore both lesser-known aspects of her life and her lasting contributions to the development of the city and the community in which she lived.