Neolithic Thai Marble Bangle shanxiprovince University of Pennsylvania Museum of

University of Pennsylvania Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology

The creator god is understood through three interrelated aspects—Ndzame

making the tool far more effective for woodworking

and hungry ghosts

making this piece exceptionally rare and valuable

Neolithic Thai Marble Bangle shanxiprovince University of Pennsylvania Museum ofBan Chiang or Ban Non Wat Culture, Neolithic period, c. 2200 BC 200 BC, Northeastern Thailand, Southeast Asia A compelling and exceptionally rare white stone bangle, most likely fashioned from marble, characterised by its graceful taper toward the outer rim and a raised collar encircling the central perforation. The form is carefully proportioned and technically refined, demonstrating the advanced lapidary skills achieved by Neolithic communities in