The Cornets of Teleilat Ghassul as a Vigil Object

Sharon Zuhovitzky; Paula Waiman-Barak; Yuval Gadot

doi:10.1080/03344355.2025.2546274

The Cornets of Teleilat Ghassul as a Vigil Object

Sharon Zuhovitzky, Paula Waiman-Barak, Yuval Gadot

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Abstract

This article presents a comprehensive study of an extensive cornet collection discovered at the Chalcolithic site of Teleilat Ghassul. These enigmatic conical vessels, considered a fossile directeur of the period, have never been systematically studied to date. The current research examines their material sources, morphological characteristics, shaping techniques and discard patterns. Finally, we propose a new framework for understanding their social role and function.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	159-185
Number of pages	27
Journal	Tel Aviv
Volume	52
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1080/03344355.2025.2546274
State	Published - 2025
Externally published	Yes

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Keywords

Chalcolithic
Cornet
Experimental archaeology
Ritual
Teleilat Ghassul

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Archaeology
Cultural Studies
History
Archaeology

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