Papers by Patrícia Castanheira
The present paper presents the results of a rescue archaeological excavation done by Omniknos Com... more The present paper presents the results of a rescue archaeological excavation done by Omniknos Company for EDIA S.A. in the context of the water supply network of Alqueva dam. In this intervention two small ditched enclosures, one possible hypogeum and several pits were identified, the majority dating from the Chalcolithic, as well as two cists dating from Bronze Age. The several features are characterized in their morphology and fillings and a typological study of pottery is presented. In the end some issues regarding the Recent Prehistory small circular enclosures (in which the two of Coelheira 2 can be integrated) that are appearing in Alentejo region are analysed.
Late Neolithic and Chalcolithic Southwest Iberian zoomorphic figurines stand out in the context o... more Late Neolithic and Chalcolithic Southwest Iberian zoomorphic figurines stand out in the context of zoomorphic representations for their scarcity, most of them occurring in funerary contexts. They have mainly been described or simply referred and not given rightful thought. This paper proposes a review of some traditional readings, conceptualizing these figurines under the scope of a wider perspective, rehearsing social roles and focusing on the human/animal relation in prehistoric Iberia. Summarizing all known occurrences and analysing species, style, size and context of appearance, the understanding of the social roles they have played, by focusing on prehistoric ontologies and cognitive processes has been attempted. Hanging on the constant thread of being and representing, the paper presents alternative ways of interpreting these figurines, using current approaches towards the comprehension of the prehistoric mind and society.
Os Perdigões Neolíticos. Perdigões Monográfica 1, 2018
Actas do VIII Encontro de Arqueologia do Sudoeste Peninsular , 2014
A partir da análise da utensilagem óssea dos contextos neolíticos dos Perdigões, tentou-se não só... more A partir da análise da utensilagem óssea dos contextos neolíticos dos Perdigões, tentou-se não só uma abordagem às técnicas de produção deste tipo de materiais, mas sobretudo o ensaio de usos possíveis para os mesmos, a par de traçar perfis biográficos para cada uma das peças, no âmbito dos seus contextos de origem. Com recurso a uma análise arqueozoológica, explorou-se ainda a questão referente à selecção de matérias-primas e respectivas implicações nos quotidianos das comunidades neolíticas locais.
Following the analysis of the bone industry recovered from the Neolithic contexts of Perdigões, the authors tried not only to approach production techniques, but especially focused on retracing possible use-lives for each type of artifact. Resourting to archaeozoological techniques, the assessment of raw-material selection was also rehearsed, as well as the implications of such processes on the daily lives of local communities. Palavras-chave: Neolítico, utensílios em osso, arqueozoologia, tatuagens, Perdigões.
MENGA. REVISTA DE PREHISTORIA DE ANDALUCÍA // Nº 05. 2014. PP. 15-41, 2014
Late Neolithic and Chalcolithic Southwest Iberian zoomorphic figurines stand out in the context o... more Late Neolithic and Chalcolithic Southwest Iberian zoomorphic figurines stand out in the context of zoomorphic
representations for their scarcity, most of them occurring in funerary contexts. They have mainly been
described or simply referred and not given rightful thought. This paper proposes a review of some traditional
readings, conceptualizing these figurines under the scope of a wider perspective, rehearsing social roles and
focusing on the human/animal relation in prehistoric Iberia. Summarizing all known occurrences and analysing
species, style, size and context of appearance, the understanding of the social roles they have played,
by focusing on prehistoric ontologies and cognitive processes has been attempted. Hanging on the constant
thread of being and representing, the paper presents alternative ways of interpreting these figurines, using
current approaches towards the comprehension of the prehistoric mind and society
The present paper presents the results of a rescue archaeological excavation done by Omniknos Com... more The present paper presents the results of a rescue archaeological excavation done by Omniknos Company for EDIA S.A. in the context of the water
supply network of Alqueva dam. In this intervention two small ditched enclosures, one possible hypogeum and several pits were identified, the
majority dating from the Chalcolithic, as well as two cists dating from Bronze Age. The several features are characterized in their morphology and
fillings and a typological study of pottery is presented. In the end some issues regarding the Recent Prehistory small circular enclosures (in which
the two of Coelheira 2 can be integrated) that are appearing in Alentejo region are analyzed.
The site of Misericórdia 2 (Beringel, Beja), a late Southwest Bronze Age pitThe site of Misericór... more The site of Misericórdia 2 (Beringel, Beja), a late Southwest Bronze Age pitThe site of Misericórdia 2 (Beringel, Beja), a late Southwest Bronze Age pit its contexts and materials, mainly regarded a taphonomic approach, highlighting the comprehens rhythms of use-life. site is presented in this paper for the first time. The preliminary study of its contexts and materiais.
In this paper we present the results of the geophysical survey (caesium magnetometry) done at Mon... more In this paper we present the results of the geophysical survey (caesium magnetometry) done at Monte do Olival 1 enclosure in the context of the research project “Plans of ditched enclosures and Neolithic cosmologies: a landscape, archaeoastronomical and geophysical approach” financed by Calouste Gulbenkian Foudation. We also present the characterization of a material assambladge collected at the surface during the prospections, which allow a chronological approach to the site.
Menga 05. Revista de Prehistoria de Andalucía by Patrícia Castanheira
Abstract:
Late Neolithic and Chalcolithic Southwest Iberian zoomorphic figurines stand out in th... more Abstract:
Late Neolithic and Chalcolithic Southwest Iberian zoomorphic figurines stand out in the context of zoomorphic representations for their scarcity, most of them occurring in funerary contexts. They have mainly been described or simply referred and not given rightful thought. This paper proposes a review of some traditional readings, conceptualizing these figurines under the scope of a wider perspective, rehearsing social roles and focusing on the human/animal relation in prehistoric Iberia. Summarizing all known occurrences and analyzing species, style, size and context of appearance, the understanding of the social roles they have played, by focusing on prehistoric ontologies and cognitive processes has been attempted. Hanging on the constant thread of being and representing, the paper presents alternative ways of interpreting these figurines, using current approaches towards the comprehension of the prehistoric mind and society.
Resumen:
Las figuritas zoomórficas del Neolítico Final y Calcolítico del Sudoeste Ibérico destacan en el contexto de las representaciones zoomórficas por su escasez, apareciendo casi siempre en contextos funerarios. Generalmente han sido apenas descritas o mencionadas, sin haber merecido un análisis más en profundidad. En este artículo se propone el estudio de estas figuritas, revisando algunas lecturas tradicionales y conceptualizándolas en base a una perspectiva más amplia, ensayando papeles sociales y con enfoque sobre la relación entre humanos y animales en la Iberia prehistórica. Resumiendo todos los casos conocidos y analizando especies, estilos, tallas y contexto de aparición, hemos intentado comprender los papeles sociales que han desempeñado, centrándonos en las ontologías y procesos cognitivos prehistóricos. Pendiendo del hilo constante de ser y representar, este artículo presenta modos alternativos de interpretar estas figuritas a través de planteamientos actuales dirigidos a la comprensión de la sociedad y la mente prehistóricas.
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Papers by Patrícia Castanheira
Following the analysis of the bone industry recovered from the Neolithic contexts of Perdigões, the authors tried not only to approach production techniques, but especially focused on retracing possible use-lives for each type of artifact. Resourting to archaeozoological techniques, the assessment of raw-material selection was also rehearsed, as well as the implications of such processes on the daily lives of local communities. Palavras-chave: Neolítico, utensílios em osso, arqueozoologia, tatuagens, Perdigões.
representations for their scarcity, most of them occurring in funerary contexts. They have mainly been
described or simply referred and not given rightful thought. This paper proposes a review of some traditional
readings, conceptualizing these figurines under the scope of a wider perspective, rehearsing social roles and
focusing on the human/animal relation in prehistoric Iberia. Summarizing all known occurrences and analysing
species, style, size and context of appearance, the understanding of the social roles they have played,
by focusing on prehistoric ontologies and cognitive processes has been attempted. Hanging on the constant
thread of being and representing, the paper presents alternative ways of interpreting these figurines, using
current approaches towards the comprehension of the prehistoric mind and society
supply network of Alqueva dam. In this intervention two small ditched enclosures, one possible hypogeum and several pits were identified, the
majority dating from the Chalcolithic, as well as two cists dating from Bronze Age. The several features are characterized in their morphology and
fillings and a typological study of pottery is presented. In the end some issues regarding the Recent Prehistory small circular enclosures (in which
the two of Coelheira 2 can be integrated) that are appearing in Alentejo region are analyzed.
Menga 05. Revista de Prehistoria de Andalucía by Patrícia Castanheira
Late Neolithic and Chalcolithic Southwest Iberian zoomorphic figurines stand out in the context of zoomorphic representations for their scarcity, most of them occurring in funerary contexts. They have mainly been described or simply referred and not given rightful thought. This paper proposes a review of some traditional readings, conceptualizing these figurines under the scope of a wider perspective, rehearsing social roles and focusing on the human/animal relation in prehistoric Iberia. Summarizing all known occurrences and analyzing species, style, size and context of appearance, the understanding of the social roles they have played, by focusing on prehistoric ontologies and cognitive processes has been attempted. Hanging on the constant thread of being and representing, the paper presents alternative ways of interpreting these figurines, using current approaches towards the comprehension of the prehistoric mind and society.
Resumen:
Las figuritas zoomórficas del Neolítico Final y Calcolítico del Sudoeste Ibérico destacan en el contexto de las representaciones zoomórficas por su escasez, apareciendo casi siempre en contextos funerarios. Generalmente han sido apenas descritas o mencionadas, sin haber merecido un análisis más en profundidad. En este artículo se propone el estudio de estas figuritas, revisando algunas lecturas tradicionales y conceptualizándolas en base a una perspectiva más amplia, ensayando papeles sociales y con enfoque sobre la relación entre humanos y animales en la Iberia prehistórica. Resumiendo todos los casos conocidos y analizando especies, estilos, tallas y contexto de aparición, hemos intentado comprender los papeles sociales que han desempeñado, centrándonos en las ontologías y procesos cognitivos prehistóricos. Pendiendo del hilo constante de ser y representar, este artículo presenta modos alternativos de interpretar estas figuritas a través de planteamientos actuales dirigidos a la comprensión de la sociedad y la mente prehistóricas.
Following the analysis of the bone industry recovered from the Neolithic contexts of Perdigões, the authors tried not only to approach production techniques, but especially focused on retracing possible use-lives for each type of artifact. Resourting to archaeozoological techniques, the assessment of raw-material selection was also rehearsed, as well as the implications of such processes on the daily lives of local communities. Palavras-chave: Neolítico, utensílios em osso, arqueozoologia, tatuagens, Perdigões.
representations for their scarcity, most of them occurring in funerary contexts. They have mainly been
described or simply referred and not given rightful thought. This paper proposes a review of some traditional
readings, conceptualizing these figurines under the scope of a wider perspective, rehearsing social roles and
focusing on the human/animal relation in prehistoric Iberia. Summarizing all known occurrences and analysing
species, style, size and context of appearance, the understanding of the social roles they have played,
by focusing on prehistoric ontologies and cognitive processes has been attempted. Hanging on the constant
thread of being and representing, the paper presents alternative ways of interpreting these figurines, using
current approaches towards the comprehension of the prehistoric mind and society
supply network of Alqueva dam. In this intervention two small ditched enclosures, one possible hypogeum and several pits were identified, the
majority dating from the Chalcolithic, as well as two cists dating from Bronze Age. The several features are characterized in their morphology and
fillings and a typological study of pottery is presented. In the end some issues regarding the Recent Prehistory small circular enclosures (in which
the two of Coelheira 2 can be integrated) that are appearing in Alentejo region are analyzed.
Late Neolithic and Chalcolithic Southwest Iberian zoomorphic figurines stand out in the context of zoomorphic representations for their scarcity, most of them occurring in funerary contexts. They have mainly been described or simply referred and not given rightful thought. This paper proposes a review of some traditional readings, conceptualizing these figurines under the scope of a wider perspective, rehearsing social roles and focusing on the human/animal relation in prehistoric Iberia. Summarizing all known occurrences and analyzing species, style, size and context of appearance, the understanding of the social roles they have played, by focusing on prehistoric ontologies and cognitive processes has been attempted. Hanging on the constant thread of being and representing, the paper presents alternative ways of interpreting these figurines, using current approaches towards the comprehension of the prehistoric mind and society.
Resumen:
Las figuritas zoomórficas del Neolítico Final y Calcolítico del Sudoeste Ibérico destacan en el contexto de las representaciones zoomórficas por su escasez, apareciendo casi siempre en contextos funerarios. Generalmente han sido apenas descritas o mencionadas, sin haber merecido un análisis más en profundidad. En este artículo se propone el estudio de estas figuritas, revisando algunas lecturas tradicionales y conceptualizándolas en base a una perspectiva más amplia, ensayando papeles sociales y con enfoque sobre la relación entre humanos y animales en la Iberia prehistórica. Resumiendo todos los casos conocidos y analizando especies, estilos, tallas y contexto de aparición, hemos intentado comprender los papeles sociales que han desempeñado, centrándonos en las ontologías y procesos cognitivos prehistóricos. Pendiendo del hilo constante de ser y representar, este artículo presenta modos alternativos de interpretar estas figuritas a través de planteamientos actuales dirigidos a la comprensión de la sociedad y la mente prehistóricas.