book chapter
Southern and Danubian Thrace: c. 5th - 4th centuries BC
Thracians • London • Published In 1981 • Pages: 104-118
By: Hoddinott, R. F. (Ralph F.).
Abstract
This document discusses the known history and various interactions the Odrysian state had with Greece, primarily, as well as with others. The author discusses Thracian art styles and the various influences on it. Changes are seen in the art seen in objects found in hordes and graves such as armor, horse tack, and rhytons. Ceramics changed from hand made to wheel made, burials in areas changed from incinerated remains to cists. A rich tomb in Vratsa of a man and a woman is described in detail.
- Subjects
- History
- Acculturation and culture contact
- Sociocultural trends
- Cultural participation
- Ceramic technology
- Visual arts
- External relations
- Burial practices and funerals
- tradition
- East-Central European Iron Age
- Region
- Europe
- Sub Region
- Southeastern Europe
- Document Type
- book chapter
- Evaluation
- Creator Types
- Archaeologist
- Historian
- Document Rating
- 4: Excellent Secondary Data
- Analyst
- Sarah Berry; 2023
- Field Date
- Not Applicable
- Coverage Date
- 700-295 BC
- Coverage Place
- Bulgaria; Greece; Romania; Serbia
- Notes
- R. F. Hoddinott
- This document discusses the known history and various interactions the Odrysian state had with Greece, primarily, as well as with others. The author discusses Thracian art styles and the various influences on it. Changes are seen in the art seen in objects found in hordes and graves such as armor, horse tack, and rhytons. Ceramics changed from hand made to wheel made, burials in areas changed from incinerated remains to cists. A rich tomb in Vratsa of a man and a woman is described in detail.
- LCCN
- 80051906
- LCSH
- Thracians
- Europe, Eastern--Antiquities