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Anthropomorphic stone stelae. Yamna Culture. 36th-23rd centu

Anthropomorphic stone stelae. Yamna Culture. 36th-23rd centu


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Anthropomorphic stone stelae. Yamna Culture. 36th-23rd centu

Anthropomorphic stone stelae or statue menhirs, located in Yamna secondary graves. Yamna Culture. Late Copper Age - Early Bronze Age. 36th-23rd centuries BC. Kerch Historical and Archaeological Museum. Autonomous Republic of Crimea. Ukraine

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23rd 36th Anthropomorphic Archaeological Autonomous Bronze Carved Caspian Copper Crimea Crimean Grave Kerch Kurgan Menhir Nomadic Ochre Peninsula Prehistorical Prehistory Sepulchres Steppe Pontic


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This photograph showcases a collection of anthropomorphic stone stelae, or statue menhirs, from the Yamna Culture dating back to the Late Copper Age and Early Bronze Age, approximately 36th-23rd centuries BC. Discovered in secondary graves, these intricately carved stone statues were a significant part of the nomadic people's burial practices during the Yamna Culture's existence on the European steppe, spanning the Pontic-Caspian region. The Yamna Culture, also known as the Yamnaya Culture, is an archaeological culture that emerged in the 36th century BC and lasted until around 2300 BC. This culture is of great importance in European prehistory as it is believed to be the first culture to be associated with the Proto-Indo-Europeans, the ancestors of many modern Europeans. These anthropomorphic stone stelae, some of which are depicted in the photograph, were often placed in the interiors of kurgans, or burial mounds, and were typically painted with ochre. The statues were often carved with intricate details, including clothing, weapons, and other accessories. The exact purpose of these statues is still a subject of debate among archaeologists, with some suggesting they may have served as grave goods or as representations of the deceased. This collection of anthropomorphic stone stelae is now housed in the Kerch Historical and Archaeological Museum in the Autonomous Republic of Crimea, Ukraine. The museum is home to a vast array of artifacts and exhibits from various historical periods, making it an invaluable resource for scholars and history enthusiasts alike. The presence of these ancient stone statues in the museum serves as a testament to the rich cultural heritage of the region and the fascinating prehistoric civilizations that once thrived there.

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