Introduction

This volume provides an interdisciplinary exploration of dress, textiles, furniture, and power accessories in the Aegean and ancient Near Eastern societies, examining their roles in expressing social status and identity. The introduction establishes the theoretical framework, drawing from studies on ancient material culture and identity construction. It investigates the role of these elements in social hierarchy, gender roles, and intercultural exchange by analyzing evidence from archaeological findings, iconographic representations, and textual sources. The introduction also outlines the structure of the volume and provides a summary of each contribution. Acknowledgements conclude the introduction, expressing gratitude to those who contributed to the realization of this work.