A multidisciplinary approach to the study of zoomorphic figurines from Ur
Resource type
Book chapter
Creator (person)
Enrica Inversi
Date published
2026
Abstract
New Research on Old Collections in Southwest Asian Archaeology presents a compilation of papers by early career researchers exploring the potential and challenges of working with legacy collections which often remain overlooked in museum and archival stores. These papers stem from a workshop held at the British Museum over three consecutive days in July and August 2023 and offer different approaches to object biographies, provenance research, and the reinterpretation of well-known sites and archival material. By (re-)engaging with these overlooked materials, the volume positions research on legacy collections as a meaningful, sustainable research practice in archaeology of ancient Southwest Asia.
Book title
New Research on Old Collections in Southwest Asian Archaeology: Proceedings of the Workshop Held at the British Museum, London, 31 July – 2 August, 2023
Editor
Bangsborg Thuesen Mette
Giulia Russo
Pagination
30-43
Publisher
Archaeopress
Place of publication
Oxford