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05.06.2021

Female figurines

The bronze figurines dating from 1000-500 BC in Scandinavia are notable for not being entirely naked; they are depicted wearing necklaces. Despite their attire, these figurines convey a sense of power and authority through their body language. Their gestures are assertive, with hands positioned beneath their breasts, and they have a stern gaze, often with very short hair that can give the impression of being bald. Interestingly, despite this appearance, these figurines are often associated with the goddess of fertility.

It appears that the belief in a strong female deity began to emerge in Scandinavia during the late Bronze Age. This period is marked by a significant number of neck rings being ritually deposited in bogs. These neck rings are similar in style to those worn by the small bronze figurines. It's possible that the concept of this goddess was influenced by the East Mediterranean, where similar female figurines representing deities existed during the earlier Bronze Age.

These bronze figurines have been discovered in various regions, including Blekinge, Skåne, and Västergötland, providing valuable insights into the religious and cultural beliefs of the people in ancient Scandinavia during that time.

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