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1. Aegean Basin

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   Cultural and Administrative History
   The basin's history is characterized by cycles of fragmentation and political centralization. Following the collapse of Minoan Thalassocracy, the region became the epicenter of Archaic and Classical Greek city-states. Artifact distribution suggests a notable asymmetry in the exchange of amphorae: the number of amphorae containing Cretan olive oil found on mainland …

2. Clay

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   Historically, the primary application of refined clay has been the manufacture of pottery and fired bricks. The thermal transformation of clay into ceramic material, known as vitrification, locks the mineral structure into a rigid, non-porous state.
   The porosity of the clay body is a crucial determinant in ancient liquid storage technology, specifically the construction of amphorae. Highly porous clays allow for a controlled rate of evaporation, which parad…

3. Pottery

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   Jars (Olla)/): Storage containers, typically wide-mouthed.
   Bowls (Krater)/): Open vessels, often for mixing liquids.
   Amphorae: Bipartite vessels characterized by two vertical handles, highly standardized for interregional bulk transport (e.g., olive oil, wine).
   Decorative Motifs and Provenance