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Description

Water Pipe
Archaeological remains discovered at the site of the settlement of Koilyk, which in the 10th century served as a stronghold of the Karluk Khaganate under Arslan Khan. Made of clay using a firing method. It is part of the water supply system of a medieval city.

The cylindrical section of the pipe is widened at one end and slightly narrowed at the other. By connecting such sections together, a citywide water supply system was created.
Medieval Koilyk settlement, Sarkand District, Zhetisu Region, 10th-12th centuries.
Length - 40 cm, Diameter - 10 and 15 cm.

Category: Archaeology
Material: Ceramics
Theme: Pictures and painting

Condition

Without visible damage

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