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the rich history and culture of Kazakhstan

 

Artifacts

Objects of material culture created by humans in the past

Wooden Plate

A wooden saucer is a traditional piece of kitchen and tableware used by the Kazakh people. It is intended for

Lid

An inwardly concave lid with a raised, mushroom-shaped handle at the center. A wheel-thrown piece made of grey clay, coated

Stone Sculpture “Umai Ana”

“Mother Umai is the goddess of fertility and abundance among ancient peoples. Evidence suggests that matriarchy prevailed in society during

Ceramic vessel

Ceramic vessel. Burial ground Kaynar bulak, the city of Shymkent. Simple rim, everted outward. The neck is high and wide.

Tip of a flint spear

The tip of a stone spear – a weapon from the Stone Age. The settlement of Krasny Yar of the

Tip of a stone spear

The tip of a stone spear – a weapon from the Stone Age. The settlement of Krasny Yar of the

Prayer mat

On a dark burgundy background is depicted the stone of Kaaba with geometric and bluish patterns, on the sides of

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