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SoyTDI@lemmy.world to History@lemmy.worldEnglish · 1 day ago

The Enigmatic Plank-Shaped Figures of Ancient Cyprus

www.ancientcyprus.com

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The Enigmatic Plank-Shaped Figures of Ancient Cyprus

www.ancientcyprus.com

SoyTDI@lemmy.world to History@lemmy.worldEnglish · 1 day ago
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In the Middle Bronze Age, a captivating tradition emerged on the island of Cyprus: the creation of large, elaborate terracotta figures discovered mainly in tombs. While the meaning of these enigmatic figures remains uncertain, examining their style, archaeological context, and the wider social backdrop of the time offers tantalizing clues about the beliefs and preoccupations of the ancient society that crafted them.
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    Since they were found in wealthy tombs, my guess would be that they are stand-ins for servants in the afterlife. Better than executing the actual servants.

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    My Best Friend Plank

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