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The Khmer Empire's Forgotten Glass Trade
While Angkor is famous for its stone temples and water engineering, a quieter revolution was happening in the workshops of Chrouy Changvar. This episode explores the Khmer glass trade, focusing on how local artisans used obsidian and amber to create luxury goods that traveled along maritime routes to Srivijaya and beyond. We look at the archaeological evidence found in Tonle Sap and the West Baray, revealing a sophisticated craft industry that complemented the empire’s religious and political power. Through the lens of material culture, we understand how everyday objects connected the Khmer…
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