Binocular-shaped Vessel Ukraine Second half of the 4th millenium BC Clay H 15.5 cm Polivanov-Yar Settlement This painted binocular-shaped vessel consists of two bottomless cups on tall hollow conical bases, linked together by three cross-pieces. Geometrical ornament painted in black on the light ground covers almost the entire surface of the vessel. Such vessels are characteristic of the early period of the Tripolye Culture. Some scholars believe that they were used as ritual objects.