Aigeira 2. Die osterreichischen Ausgrabungen von Aigeira in Achaia
Die mykenische Akropolis. Grabungen 1975-1980: Stratigraphie und Bebauung. Unter Mitarbeit von Mario Borner. Mit einem Beitrag von Sigrid Deger-Jalkotzy
by Eva Alram-Stern
Ancient Aigeira in the Peloponnese is characterized by a Mycenaean settlement situated on the upper parts of the area. Based on its stratigraphy and findings, we reconstruct the top of this settlement, the so-called acropolis, which was built after the fall of the Mycenaean palaces, i.e. during the 12th century BC. In addition, the storage vessels and the well-preserved pottery vessels which are of importance for the reconstruction of the settlement are presented for the first time. From examining the layout of the rooms, courts and alleys, the hearths and ovens, the small finds, the storage vessels and the pottery vessels found in situ, we are able to distinguish a settlement organized in house complexes. Each house is attributed to a household, which is based on family structures. These house complexes are characterized by storage, production of goods and consumption in the course of feasting. At the same time the high social status of the inhabitants is highlighted by a cult room. During its final phase the settlement is surrounded by a fortification wall which demarcates the acropolis from the houses on the lower terraces and marks it as the most important part of the settlement area.
- By (author) Eva Alram-Stern
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