Samarra
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Pottery with painted geometric designs made in ancient Iraq
- proper noun
- Specialized
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cerámica de Samarra
- Collectors value Samarra ceramics for their unique painted designs and historical significance.
Examples
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The Samarra style is known for its intricate geometric patterns.
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Archaeologists discovered several pieces of Samarra pottery at the ancient site.
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The museum displayed a rare Samarra bowl with intricate geometric patterns.
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Look at this Samarra bowl; the colors are vibrant!
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The museum displayed a rare Samarra bowl with intricate geometric patterns.
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Collectors value Samarra ceramics for their unique painted designs and historical significance.
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Archaeologists discovered several pieces of Samarra pottery at the ancient site.
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Etymology
Samarra for pottery is named after the ancient city where archaeologists found many decorated bowls and jars. So when you hear 'Samarra pottery', think 'ceramics from Samarra' with painted geometric designs.