The History of Ancient Greece 004 Early Bronze Age
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Apr 25, 2016 The podcast explores the early Bronze Age in Greece, discussing the archaeological evidence, the arrival of the Indo-Europeans, and the discovery of legendary Bronze Age cities like Troy, Knossos, and Mycenae. It delves into topics like the use of metals, dating methods, and the growth of the Cycladic Islands during the Early Bronze Age. The podcast also examines the Indo-European language family, Greek-speaking peoples, and the discoveries of Mycenae and Knossos that shed light on ancient civilizations and their cultural influence.
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Bronze Age Transformation
- The Early Bronze Age saw rapid social and economic change due to metallurgy.
- Specialized crafts, trade, and social hierarchies emerged with bronze work.
Bronze Age Dating
- Dating in the Bronze Age relies on material objects, mainly pottery, due to illiteracy.
- Pottery styles, stratified deposits, and radiocarbon dating help establish relative chronology.
Cycladic Sculpture
- Cycladic marble sculptures, primarily nude women, are a key feature of the Early Bronze Age.
- Their purpose is debated, but they might represent a shift from the Neolithic mother goddess.