Original scientific paper
Flat-bottomed amphorae from layers of the ancient port in Zaton near Zadar
Dušanka Romanović
Smiljan Gluščević
Abstract
The ancient port in Zaton was discovered in the mid-1960s, and systematically researched since 2002, has provided us with more detailed insight into chronological issues. The very rich archaeological layers do not testify only of the existence of a temporary station, but suggest that the boats stayed for longer periods and that the port was an important transit station. A large amount of various materials has been discovered in the port, mainly ceramic products, of which the amphorae are only a small part. This paper provides an overview of 49 amphorae classified as the Forlìmpopoli type, and for which the most commonly used name is the flat-bottomed amphora. The authors present a general overview of research into the Forlìmpopoli type of amphorae and a statistical analysis of the amphorae found in the port. Based on the shape of the rim, the handles and bottom, the amphorae have been classified into several types.
Keywords
Zaton; ancient port; flat-bottomed amphora; Forlìmpopoli
Hrčak ID:
140131
URI
Publication date:
1.4.2015.
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