Ephyra-Epirus: The Mycenaean Acropolis
Results of the Excavations 1975-1986 and 2007-2008
By (author) Thanasis I. Papadopoulos By (author) Evangelia Papadopoulou
Paperback (Published)
(July 2020)
ISBN: 9781789693713
8.07 x 11.42 inches
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This volume presents the results of the 1975-1986 and 2007-2008 excavations on the prehistoric-Mycenaean acropolis of Ephyra, one of the most important Bronze Age sites of Epirus. Ephyra is a small coastal fortified site in the region of the lower Acheron valley, and it has produced impressive and, in some cases, unique Bronze Age re
Ephyra-Epirus: The Mycenaean Acropolis presents the results of the 1975-1986 and 2007-2008 excavations on the prehistoric-Mycenaean acropolis of Ephyra, one of the most important Bronze Age sites of Epirus. Ephyra is a small coastal fortified site in the region of the lower Acheron valley and the only one that has been systematically excavated, producing impressive and, in some cases, unique Bronze Age remains (architectural, burial, pottery, artefacts). It stands on a high hill, in an exceptional position that overlooks and commands the lower Acheron valley and provides easy access both to the nearby Glykis Limin, the Ionian sea and the hinterland. Moreover, it is surrounded by three successive perivoloi, two of which (middle and lower) belong to LH III times, with a monumental south entrance gate. Ephyra fits the criteria of a major fortified settlement, as it covers an important and strategic prehistoric citadel, cemetery, residence and port of call for those travelling to the West. Strictly based on the archaeological data presented, this study suggests that the acropolis had a permanent Mycenaean population during the entire LH III period and continued to thrive after the collapse of Mycenaean centres until (and including) the Archaic period. Finally, it is tempting to suggest a correlation of the archaeological record with the Homeric tradition (Homeric Efyra, Od.a..259,b.238).
"Preface and acknowledgements ; Introduction ; I. EPIRUSII. EPHYRAThe prehistoric pottery of Epirus. Fabric and technique, TypologyThe prehistoric pottery of Ephyra. Fabric and technique. TypologyPotteryArtefacts Introduction ;
I. EPIRUS Topography, Geomorphology, Climate and the history of previous research. ;
II. EPHYRA
1: Environment, myth, literary evidence and history of the excavation ;
2: Description of the acropolis and architectural remains ;
3: Tombs and burial customs in Epirus ;
4: The Prehistoric cemetery of tumuli at Ephyra ;
5: Pottery: ;
The prehistoric pottery of Epirus. Fabric and technique, Typology
The prehistoric pottery of Ephyra. Fabric and technique. Typology
6: Indicative catalogue of prehistoric pottery and artefacts of Ephyra: ;
Pottery
Artefacts
7: Classical and Hellenistic pottery ;
8: Conclusions ;
9: Selected Bibliography ;
- By (author) Thanasis I. Papadopoulos
- By (author) Evangelia Papadopoulou
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