[Tlc] C-Khmer ceramics conference

[justinm at ucr.edu]

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justin

International Conference

 

National Center for Khmer Ceramics Revival,

Center for Khmer Studies and Heritage Watch

Siem Reap, December 10-12, 2008

 

CALL FOR ABSTRACTS

 

Ancient Khmer and Southeast Asian Ceramics:

New Archaeological Findings, Production and the Revival of Techniques

 

This conference aims to bring together Cambodian and international scholars specialized in ancient Khmer ceramics, with contemporary potters and craftsmen working in the revival of ancient production techniques. The objective is to raise awareness of the archaeological importance of ancient Cambodian ceramics and the new opportunities for sustainable economic development in the region through ceramic technology.

Scholars based in Southeast Asia are especially encouraged to participate.

Please submit titles and short abstracts (300 words maximum) and contact details to conference at khmerstudies.org by October 15, 2008.

 

Conference Advisory Committee:

 
Dr. Janet Mansfield, Chair
Dr Dawn Rooney, Mr. Chhay Rachna, Dr Philippe Peycam, Dr Dougald O’Reilly,
Mr. Serge Rega, Miss Suzanne Freilich.
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Dr. Justin McDaniel
Dept. of Religious Studies
3046 INTN
University of California, Riverside
Riverside, CA 92521
951-827-4530
justinm at ucr.edu