Pages:  101-110 | DOI: https://doi.org/10.55086/sp236101110

The article discusses the experience of studying the archaeological objects of play accessories not only as a mere collection of finds, but in connection with topographic, historical and social features of the territory from which these finds occur. Besides the widespread types of toys (ceramic whistles, leather balls, clubs, wooden spinners etc.), the studied collection includes rarer toys (the barrel of a chiseled wooden miniature cannon), and original items of theatrical or carnival requisite. Thus, in the cultural deposits within the limited space of the city yard, we observe children’s play accessories and those that supposedly belonged to the adults.

Keywords: Pskov, fortified town, Townspeople’s Yard, toys, requisite

Information about authors:

Elena Salmina (Pskov, Russian Federation). Candidate of Historical Sciences. Pskov State University. Leon Pozemsky St., 6, Pskov, 180760, Russian Federation; Archaeological Centre of Pskov Oblast. Gertzen St., 1/1, Pskov, 180019, Russian Federation Sergey Salmin (Pskov, Russian Federation). Archaeological Centre of Pskov Oblast . Gertzen St., 1/1, Pskov, 180019, Russian Federation
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ORCID: 0000-0002-2985-4996