Hochdorf Chieftain's Grave, Iron Age burial site in Eberdingen, Germany.
Description
The Hochdorf Chieftain's Grave is an Iron Age burial site with a reconstructed mound that shows what a Celtic elite person's burial contained. Inside are a wheeled bronze couch, pottery, weapons, and a large cauldron that once held food and drink.
History
The site was built around 530 BCE during the Hallstatt period and was discovered in 1968. Excavation work that followed revealed rare finds from this early period of Central Europe.
Culture
The burial reveals how craftsmanship and artistic skill defined Celtic elite status, particularly in bronze work and decorated objects. The items show the importance placed on displaying wealth and power through fine goods.
Practical
The reconstructed mound is accessible and gives a sense of how large the original burial was. The adjacent museum explains the finds and shows how people lived during Iron Age times.
Did you know?
The dead man wore shoes made from gilded metal and the cauldron was too large for everyday use – such objects were likely made for special occasions only. This shows that display and abundance were central to power and status.
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