Unique Snake Mother Goddess Neolithic Terracotta Replica (Handmade)

Handmade Unique Goddess Figurine Inspired by Danube and Cucuteni–Trypillia Cultures (Scientific replica).

Unique actual artwork.

Size: 13.5 cm

Material: Fired clay - terracotta

This exquisite figurine is a unique, handmade representation typical of the goddess figures from the Danube and Cucuteni–Trypillia cultures. Many scholars believe the intricate details depict the tattooed or ritually painted body of a Goddess, often using ochre pigments.

The Danubian Culture: The term "Danubian culture" refers to the first agrarian society in central and eastern Europe. This prehistoric culture, found along the banks of the Danube River, was once the largest civilization in Europe. The people of the Lower Danube Valley and the Balkan foothills were pioneers in art, technology, and long-distance trade.

Cucuteni–Trypillia Culture: The Cucuteni–Trypillia culture, also known as the Tripolye culture, thrived from approximately 5500 to 2750 BCE. This Neolithic–Eneolithic archaeological culture spanned regions in modern-day Moldova, western Ukraine, and northeastern Romania. It was known for its large settlements, advanced ceramics, and complex societal structures.

Ochre in the Prehistoric World: Yellow and red ochre pigments were widely used in prehistoric and ancient times across different continents. Evidence of ochre processing dates back to 300,000 years ago in Africa and Europe, 50,000 years ago in Australia, and 40,000 years ago in Asia.

• Blombos Cave, South Africa: Pieces of ochre engraved with abstract designs, dated to around 75,000 years ago.
• Red Lady of Paviland, Wales: A paleolithic burial coated in red ochre, dated to around 33,000 years ago.
• Pech Merle, France: Paintings of animals made with ochre pigments, approximately 25,000 years old.
• Altamira, Spain: Cave paintings using ochre, dated to around 16,500–15,000 BC.
• Lascaux, France: An image of a horse colored with yellow ochre, estimated to be 17,300 years old.

Symbolic Uses of Ochre: Ochre was not only used for artistic purposes but also had significant symbolic and practical applications. Neolithic burials often used red ochre pigments, potentially symbolizing blood and a hypothesized Great Goddess. The intensive use of ochre suggests it was integral to daily life, from body painting and dyeing animal skins to coating weapons and dwelling floors.

Cultural Significance:

The Ancient Picts were known to paint themselves "Iron Red," and references in Irish myth to "red men" (Gaelic: Fer Dearg) suggest this practice was common among the Celts of the British Isles. Ochre had various uses beyond painting, such as treating animal skins, repelling insects, staunching bleeding, and protecting from the sun, making it possibly the first medicament.

Collector's Item: This figurine is a valuable addition to any collection, closely resembling the patina of original prehistoric Mother Goddess figurines found in museums. From the Z-rune Pagan Arts Workshop, it can also serve as an altar piece, connecting you to ancient spiritual traditions.

Tags: Danube Culture, Cucuteni–Trypillia Culture, Great Mother Goddess, Prehistoric Art, Neolithic Venus, Terracotta Figurine, European Mother Goddess, Pagan Altar, Fertility Symbol, Ancient Art, Handmade, Unique

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