The Ancient Briton on his Crannog
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The Ancient Briton on his Crannog
An artists impression of the interior of an ancient British dwelling, of the type to be found at the lake village near Glastonbury, Somerset. The village was constructed on a crannog, an artificial island made by heaping timber, clay and stone on the lakebed. The interior shown includes a rough tree-trunk table, a wooden pail with bronze bands, and earthenware pots. Meat is hanging from the central post, which is supporting the roof. Date: 100 BC
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Artificial Briton Britons Cooking Dwelling Glastonbury Crannog
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In this artist's impression, we are transported back in time to an ancient British dwelling nestled on the shores of a tranquil lake near Glastonbury, Somerset. This remarkable structure, known as a crannog, was constructed around 100 BC by heaping timber, clay, and stone onto the lakebed, creating an artificial island that provided a secure and secluded living environment for the Britons who inhabited it. The interior of this prehistoric home reveals a scene of daily life, with a rough tree-trunk table taking center stage. A wooden pail, adorned with intricate bronze bands, sits nearby, perhaps used for collecting water or storing food. Earthenware pots line the walls, filled with various grains, fruits, or other provisions. Meat, freshly hanged from the central post, is sizzling over an open fire, the aroma wafting through the air as the Briton prepares a hearty meal for his family. The crannog village at Glastonbury, with its unique architecture and rich history, offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the ancient Britons. Their resourcefulness and ingenuity are evident in the construction of their homes, which provided shelter and protection against the elements and potential threats. The discovery of these crannogs, and the artifacts found within them, has shed valuable light on the daily lives, customs, and traditions of the people who lived in this region over 2,000 years ago. This image, brought to us by Mary Evans Prints Online, offers a captivating glimpse into the past, inviting us to explore the history and culture of the ancient Britons and their remarkable crannog dwellings.
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