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Metal Age. Cinerary urn. 700-500 BC. Museum of Denmark. Cope
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Metal Age. Cinerary urn. 700-500 BC. Museum of Denmark. Cope
Prehistory. Metal Age. Cinerary urn with snake. Eastern Jutland. Denmark. 700-500 BC. Museum of Denmark. Copenhaguen
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Ceramic Cinerary Clay Copenhagen Crock Denmark Jutland Nordic Pottery Prehistoric Prehistorical Prehistory Scandinavia Scandinavian Snake
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This image showcases a beautifully preserved cinerary urn from the Metal Age, dating back to around 700-500 BC. Discovered in Eastern Jutland, Denmark, this remarkable artifact is now proudly displayed at the National Museum of Denmark in Copenhagen. The urn, crafted from fine clay, is adorned with intricate decorative motifs characteristic of the Nordic region during the Metal Age. The most striking feature of this vessel is the stylized snake motif that spirals around its body. Snakes were a common symbol in prehistoric art, believed to represent fertility, rebirth, and the cycle of life and death. Cinerary urns were used during the Metal Age for the collection and storage of cremated remains. The ashes of the deceased would be carefully placed inside the urn, which would then be sealed and often buried or placed in a grave mound. The use of such ornate and decorative urns suggests that the people of the Metal Age placed great importance on the commemoration of their dead. This exquisite piece of prehistoric pottery offers a glimpse into the rich cultural history of Denmark and Scandinavia during the European Iron Age. Its preservation in the National Museum of Denmark ensures that future generations can continue to learn from and appreciate the artistic and historical significance of this fascinating era.
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