Matthew G. Knight
Fragments of the Bronze Age: The Destruction and Deposition of Metalwork in South-West Britain and its Wider Context
Fragments of the Bronze Age: The Destruction and Deposition of Metalwork in South-West Britain and its Wider Context
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The destruction and deposition of metalwork in Bronze Age Europe is a topic of debate, with interpretations ranging from ritual offerings to functional acts. This book explores this debate through experimental archaeology and assesses what can be considered deliberate destruction. A case study from south-west Britain demonstrates the complexities involved at a localised level and how these practices were linked to people and places. The study highlights the social role of destruction and deposition in the Bronze Age, showing how it transformed over time and space.
Format: Hardback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 15 December 2021
Publisher: Oxbow Books
The widespread phenomenon of destroying and depositing metalwork during the Bronze Age across Europe is a subject of extensive recognition. Weapons were decommissioned and discarded into rivers, axes were shattered and amassed in hoards, and ornaments were crushed, twisted, and strategically placed in specific landscapes. The interpretation of this material frequently revolves around whether these actions should be perceived as ritual offerings or functional endeavors aimed at storing, scrapping, and recycling metal. This book takes a novel approach to this debate by centering its analysis on the manner in which metalwork was destroyed and deposited, thereby gaining a deeper understanding of the underlying motivations behind this process.
To accomplish this, the study employs experimental archaeology and establishes a framework for evaluating what can be classified as deliberate destruction. By delving into these processes, we gain not only a clearer understanding of how destruction occurred but also insights into the individuals involved in these practices. Through a comprehensive examination of metalwork from south-west Britain, we observe the intricate complexities at a localized level in the acts of destruction and deposition, as well as how they were interconnected with people and places. This case study serves as a valuable platform for exploring the broader social role of destruction and deposition during the Bronze Age, shedding light on its evolution across time and space.
Dimension: 280 x 216 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781789256970
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