Eathenware Vessel of Galle
- Period
- Colonial
- Date
- 2025-10-17
- Materials
- Clay
- Dimensions
- DM-310CM, 33cm
- Site
- Avondstar shipwreck
- Inventory
- MAMG/2009/C/55
Full Description
This vessel type called 'Martaban', was recovered from the Avondster ship in 1998.This type of stoneware was manufactured in China before 1659 CE. According to the traveller's accounts, such vessels were used for storing water, oil as well as salty and sour food items.
