ERETRIA XXVI
Céramique en contextes. Érétrie au tournant des époques archaïque et classique
Paperback (Unspecified)
(January 2025)
ISBN: 9782889681709
8.66 x 11.81 inches
Price: $175.00
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The GrecoPersian wars, a pivotal episode in Greek History, mark the transition between the Archaic and Classical periods. They also represent a turning point in the fate of Eretria, which was sacked by Persian troops in 490 BC. Herodotus provides a comprehensive account of the siege, destruction and deportation. However, little is known about the city during the period preceding the events, the extent of the damage inflicted by the Persians, and the subsequent recovery of Eretria.
This book, which is the result of a doctoral thesis, provides new insights into these issues by comparing historical sources with an indepth examination of the archaeological evidence. The study is based on a contextual analysis of the material from excavations carried out in the city by Swiss archaeologists since the 1960s. The catalogue, which includes over 1,500 entries, provides a comprehensive overview of 6th and early 5thcentury pottery, both locally produced and imported.
The analysis of the finds and contexts sheds light on the function of the various urban areas and their development. The study reveals both continuities and ruptures in the material culture and urban occupation of the city. These are compared with event history in order to assess the impact of the GrecoPersian Wars on Eretria. Disused quarters, interrupted workshop production, burials within the city walls and hasty renovations all bear witness to the upheavals that had a lasting effect on the life of the Eretrian population.
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