Ceramics of the Merv Oasis

A comprehensive analysis of Sasanian pottery from the UNESCO World Heritage Site, State Historical and Cultural Park 'Ancient Merv,' reveals significant insights into the social and economic dimensions of the Sasanian Empire (224-651 AD). Puschnigg's study catalogs hundreds of securely excavated ceramic pieces, comparing them with previously inaccessible Russian research to establish a benchmark for future studies. This detailed examination provides a typology of shapes and wares, enhancing our understanding of Merv's role as a critical Silk Road hub and its cultural exchanges between east and west.

Puschnigg, G. (2017). Ceramics of the Merv Oasis (, Ed.). Routledge. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781315432335