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Burial Practice In Cyprus

Using the arefacts within the Bridges Collection alongside further research, this page will explore aspects of burial practices in Cyprus in the Bronze and Iron Age. 

Context of Cyprus

Bronze Age Cypriot Tomb

A typical tomb in Bronze Age Cyprus was what is called a chamber tomb, which vary in construnction. Most have a dromos, or chimney-shaped shaft.

These are a few of the objects which could have been seen in a burial context in Bronze Age Cyprus. 

Domestic Items

HC1994.3(93)(100)

Unguentarium

These plain bottles were probably used to store perfume oils are are most commonly found in mortuary contexts. These examples could date from the Roman era, as this particular shape started to become common in that time in Cyprus. 

For a 3D image of this object go here.

Burial Practice