Ness of Brodgar

Ancient Village / Settlement / Misc. Earthwork

From Twitter:

@orkneyjar: "Pic now online. Behold the "Brodgar Boy" - Neolithic figurine unearthed at Ness of Brodgar dig."

Pic of the figurine - http://yfrog.com/kk8fhqrj

Full article - http://www.orkneyjar.com/archaeology/nessofbrodgar/

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Posted by goffik
30th July 2011ce

Comments (1)

They say they would like an expert to confirm it really is a 'figurine' (hardly surprising because as well as the two putative eyes there is another small hollow the same size to the right and below, at the groove/'neck'). Also this came from a later period structure where it may be an intrusion from another period, so context needs firming up. In my opinion though too wee for a sinker or loom weight it nevertheless could be the top of one with the 'neck' a groove for a rope loop. Someone gave too good a yank. But this other view is suggestive of a haft, or at least a handle of some description http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150192808952168&set=a.10150192808832168.274545.31395967167&type=1&theater	Posted by wideford 1st August 2011ce

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