Quantifying Morphological Standardization through Binary Matrices with an Application to the Ceramic Assemblage of an Early Complex Society
Bibliographic Data
| ID | 6444441 |
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| Authors | Lorenzo Cardarelli (0000-0001-5010-5167), Pamela Fragnoli (0000-0003-4594-9677), Maria Bianca D’anna |
| Year | 2025 |
| Volume | 51 |
| Pages | 65-88 |
| Publication date | 2025-01-01 |
| Open Access | Yes |
| Type | ARTICLE |
| Venue | Paléorient (JOURNAL) |
| Journal identifiers | ISSN: 0153-9345 • E-ISSN: 1957-701X |
| Publisher | OpenEdition (PUBLISHER) |
| DOI | 10.4000/15apl |
| OpenAlex | W4417117529 |
| Language | EN |
| References cited | 44 |
This paper presents a comparative analysis of two methods for assessing the standardization of vessels found in the Late Chalcolithic 5 level of Arslantepe in Eastern Anatolia (phase VI A of the site sequence, ca. 3400–3200 BCE). One method, commonly employed in ceramic studies, involves calculating the coefficient of variation from a series of vessel dimensions. The second method, introduced here, focuses on the overall morphology of vessel profiles. This novel approach relies on the sum of binary matrices derived from ceramic drawings and is complemented by a systematic pipeline for managing and computing indices of morphological variability in unbalanced datasets. Our findings suggest that the new method is better suited for detecting heightened standardization associated with increased production rates. It proves also effective in discerning variations along vessel profiles, indicative of producer preferences or shaping sequences. This study reaffirms the nuanced and relative nature of standardization, which is influenced by multiple interconnected variables beyond production modes alone. This calls for integrating diverse perspectives and indices for comprehensive exploration
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