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Objects found with the Oetzi Iceman
WNB222113 Objects found with the Oetzi Iceman by Copper Age, (4th millennium BC); South Tyrol Museum of Archaeology, Bolzano, Italy; (add.info.: prehistoric mountaineer of 4th millennium BC; discovered at 3200 metres in Tyrolean Alps preserved in an ice glacier; probably died of arrowhead wound in left shoulder; ); eWolfgang Neeb; out of copyright
Media ID 22661948
© Wolfgang Neeb / Bridgeman Images
Artefact Artefacts Artifact Artifacts Copper Age Cord Excavation Excavations Hibernatus Ice Man Otzi Pre Historic Rope Skeletal Thorn Firestone
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This print showcases a collection of objects found with the Oetzi Iceman, shedding light on the life and times of this ancient mountaineer from the Copper Age. Preserved in an ice glacier at a staggering altitude of 3200 meters in the Tyrolean Alps, Oetzi's discovery has provided invaluable insights into prehistoric civilization. The array of artifacts displayed here tells a fascinating story. Among them are tools crafted with remarkable precision, evidence of the resourcefulness and ingenuity possessed by our ancestors. A skeletal frame stands as a haunting reminder of Oetzi's tragic fate – an arrowhead wound to his left shoulder likely caused his demise. The presence of thorns, cords, and ropes suggests that Oetzi was well-equipped for survival in harsh mountainous terrain. These essential items would have aided him in various tasks such as hunting or building shelter. Additionally, firestones found alongside these relics hint at his ability to harness fire for warmth and protection. Through meticulous excavation efforts, archaeologists have unearthed these extraordinary artifacts that bridge the gap between past and present. Each object holds immense historical significance, offering us glimpses into a time long gone but not forgotten. As we gaze upon this photograph captured by Wolfgang Neeb, we are reminded of humanity's enduring curiosity about our origins and how much we owe to those who came before us.
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