The course presents the archaeological evidence of the Aegean area from the beginning of the 12th century B.C. to the end of the 8th century B.C.
Knowing the archaeological evidence of Ancient Greece dating back to 12th-8th centuries B.C. and these aspects in particular: the organization of settlements, crafts (especially pottery), funerary traditions and structures for cult.
Knowing the archaeological evdidence of Ancient Greece dating back to 12th-8th centuries B.C. and these aspects in particular: the organization of settlements, crafts (especially pottery), funerary traditions and structures for cult. Knowing the results of research in the major –and scientifically most relevant– archaeological sites.
No required prerequisites
Traditional lectures (36 hours).
Archaeological data of Greece during the period between the collapse of the Bronze Age "palatial" civilisations and the birth of the polis (1200-700 BC). The subjects covered are: problems concerning the chronological terminologies in use, an outline of architecture, craft productions (pottery, terracottas, metallurgy), early sanctuaries and ritual practices, burial behaviours.
O. Dickinson, The Aegean from Bronze Age to Iron Age. Continuity and change between the twelfth and eighth centuries BC, Routledge, New York, 2006. Highly recommended: papers and pictures on Aulaweb.
Ricevimento: Monday and Wednesday 11.00 - 13.00. DAFIST, Section of Archaeology,via Balbi 4, first floor
NICOLA CUCUZZA (President)
BIANCA MARIA GIANNATTASIO
FABIO NEGRINO
SILVIA PALLECCHI
February 11, 2019
ARCHAEOLOGY OF EARLY ARCHAIC GREECE
Oral examen
The exam will assess students' knowledge of the main topics of the course, including the position of the archaeological sites studied during the course.
A study trip in Central Greece will be organized.
