Dolmen goddess Langeneichstädt
Dolmen goddess Langeneichstädt
A stone chamber tomb was accidentally discovered during field work in 1987. It has a total length of 5.3 m. In addition to several pieces of jewelry made of animal bones, beads, marble and amber, subsequent archaeological investigations revealed a menhir statue. It was built into the burial chamber. Originally, the stone probably stood free. During the construction of the burial chamber it was used as a cover plate. The grave and the statue were built between 3600 and 2700 B.C. The menhir has clearly visible carvings. At the upper end, a highly stylized representation stands out, which is interpreted as an image of the dolmen goddess. In addition, an axe motif can be discerned. The incisions are interpreted as fertility symbols. Clear traces of smoothing on the sides of the menhir statue indicate a ritual use: By touching it, one hoped for fertility for animals, fields and last but not least for humans. The original of the dolmen goddess from Langeneichstädt is on display in the State Museum of Prehistory in Halle. A faithful copy of the statue can be found at the site of the find.
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Germany
Mücheln (Geiseltal)
06249
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