Typology of Glazed Ceramics of the Kazan Khanate and Analysis of Its Element Composition

Research on glazed ceramics from the Kazan Khanate, part of the UNESCO-listed Historic and Architectural Complex of the Kazan Kremlin, reveals distinct chemical compositions that provide insights into trade and craft traditions of the late Middle Ages. Two ceramic samples were found to contain lead-based glaze, while a third exhibited a lead-tin composition with sodium and potassium additives. The study employed emission spectroscopy and electron microscopy, demonstrating strong comparability between these methods while highlighting their respective advantages and limitations. This analysis not only contributes to understanding the material culture of the Kazan Khanate but also establishes an optimal range of analytical procedures for future archeometric research on glazed ceramics.

Sitdikov, A. G., & Khramchenkova, R. Kh. (2015). Typology of Glazed Ceramics of the Kazan Khanate and Analysis of Its Element Composition. Journal of Sustainable Development, 8(7). https://doi.org/10.5539/jsd.v8n7p234