Archaeological finds from graves are among the most important sources in archaeology. But what can they tell us about life in times long past? In a lecture, Anna-Marie Dürr, M.A. (State Archaeological Museum of Baden-Württemberg), explores this question using selected artifacts from the Merovingian period (mid-5th to late 7th centuries).
The spectrum ranges from simple iron belt buckles and colorful glass beads to spathes, multi-piece inlaid belt sets, and vessels made of clay, glass, and non-ferrous metals. While most of these are everyday objects, others reflect the status or social role of the deceased or even provide insight into the (superstitious) beliefs of the time. Special attention is also given to the frequent looting of ancient graves. Did “opportunity make thieves” here in the truest sense of the word, or are the underlying reasons far more complex?
Admission is free; registration is not required. Access to the Central Finds Archive (Lützowerstr. 10) is via Militärstr./Leopoldplatz.
The spectrum ranges from simple iron belt buckles and colorful glass beads to spathes, multi-piece inlaid belt sets, and vessels made of clay, glass, and non-ferrous metals. While most of these are everyday objects, others reflect the status or social role of the deceased or even provide insight into the (superstitious) beliefs of the time. Special attention is also given to the frequent looting of ancient graves. Did “opportunity make thieves” here in the truest sense of the word, or are the underlying reasons far more complex?
Admission is free; registration is not required. Access to the Central Finds Archive (Lützowerstr. 10) is via Militärstr./Leopoldplatz.
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