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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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European Night of Museums 2023

May 13, 2023

At the night of the museums, fashion comes alive!

The National Museum of History of Moldova had the pleasure of hosting one of the most important events in the world museum community - the European Night of Museums, under the banner "At the night of museums, fashion comes to life!". The event, in its 19th edition, was organized on Saturday, May 13, 2023, between 17:00 and 24:00.

During the evening, visitors had the opportunity to participate in various activities and surprises specially prepared for them. The program of the event included free visits to the museum's permanent and temporary exhibitions, the interactive game "Discover me!", worldly animations in the museum's exhibitions, etc. The students of the Center of Excellence in Light Industry organized hair and make-up laboratories, and the International Women's Club of Moldova presented the laboratory "The Enigma of the Indian Sari" and the international parade "Fashion without borders". There were also artistic performances, music and dance recitals performed by the students of the "Eugen Doga" School of Music, the ensemble of guitarists from the class of Professor Nicolae Ceauș of the "Maria Bieșu" School of Music, the students of the Department of Choreographic Art and Motor Performance of the Academy of Music, Theater and Fine Arts, as well as the "Cantabile" Youth Choir of the Academy of Economic Studies from Moldova.

In addition to the activities inside the museum, there were also motorcycle exhibitions in the museum courtyard, the festive recital by the marching band of the "Alexei Stârcea" School of Arts and the presentation of "Guardians of Peace" in which the participants could dress up in medieval armor. The evening was ended in a spectacular way with a fire-show supported by the "Kairos" Club.

The National Museum of History of Moldova thanks everyone who participated in this special event and looks forward to next meetings at our events!

Event partners: Moldovan National Youth Orchestra, 513, "Cantabile" Youth Choir of the Academy of Economic Studies of Moldova, Academy of Music, Theater and Visual Arts (AMTAP), Center of Excellence in Light Industry, International Women's Club of Moldova, "Adam Mickiewicz" Library, "Alexei Stârcea" School of Arts, "Maria Bieșu" School of Music, "Eugen Doga" School of Music, Kairos

General media partner: TVR Moldova

Media partners: Afisha, Diez, TV Moldova 1, Călătorii cu Gust