- Archaeology, Iron Age Iberian Peninsula (Archaeology), Protohistoric Iberian Peninsula, Iron Age, Late Bronze Age archaeology, Phoenician Punic Archaeology, and 11 moreBronze and Iron Ages in Eastern Mediterranean (Archaeology), Amphorae (Archaeology), Romanization, Material Culture Studies, Mediterrranean Archaeology, Edad Del Hierro, Arqueología del Bronce Final y Hierro I, Arqueologia, Phoenician trade, Ceramica fenicio-punica, and Mediterranean archaeologyedit
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The site of Quinta do Marcelo has been an unavoidable mark in the bibliography addressing the later phases of the Bronze Age along the Portuguese Atlantic coast, particularly with regard to the large-scale trade networks and the impact... more
The site of Quinta do Marcelo has been an unavoidable mark in the bibliography addressing the later phases of the Bronze Age along the Portuguese Atlantic coast, particularly with regard to the large-scale trade networks and the impact caused by the arrival of foreign elements to the area. For the very first time, we present the entire artefact assemblage, which, as anticipated, proves to be remarkably rich and diversified. Additionally, we conducted a detailed analysis of the contexts identified during the excavation carried out in 1986. This new approach allowed us to reassess some questions perpetuated in specialised bibliography and reevaluate the chronological framework of the occupation, which lasted until the Iron Age. In addition to two combustion structures and what has been described as a negative structure, small pit-like structures, possibly associated with vineyard planting, were also identified, corresponding to the earliest trace of this activity in Portuguese territory.
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A presente contribuição apresenta os objetivos do projeto “Building in New Lands: Phoenician sustainable architecture and environmental adaptation along the Mediterranean Sea”. Através deste projeto pretende-se estudar os modos de relação... more
A presente contribuição apresenta os objetivos do projeto “Building in New Lands: Phoenician sustainable architecture and environmental adaptation along the Mediterranean Sea”. Através deste projeto pretende-se estudar os modos de relação cultural e de interação com o ambiente entre comunidades fenícias na primeira metade do 1º milénio a.C., tendo como base análise de materiais de construção em terra. Neste sentido, foram seleccionados vários sítios com uma presença ou significativa influência fenícia em Portugal para, através de uma metodologia interdisciplinar, analisar estes materiais de construção e explorar questões importantes relacionadas com a aquisição de matérias-primas, opções de fabrico, tecnologia, organização do trabalho e evolução arquitetónica em diferentes ambientes mediterrânicos ligados pela mesma tradição.
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O presente trabalho analisa os dados sobre a ocupação do Bronze Final e inícios da Idade do Ferro na margem esquerda da Foz do Tejo (Almada, Portugal), enquadrando-os nas dinâmicas da região e do Sul da Península Ibérica durante estes... more
O presente trabalho analisa os dados sobre a ocupação do Bronze Final e inícios da Idade do Ferro na margem esquerda da Foz do Tejo (Almada, Portugal), enquadrando-os nas dinâmicas da região e do Sul da Península Ibérica durante estes períodos.
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Archaeological excavations carried out at Quinta do Almaraz between 1987 and 2001 unveilled a settlement whose occupation extends, at least, since the seventh century until the end of the fifth century BCE. From the vast set of artifacts... more
Archaeological excavations carried out at Quinta do Almaraz between 1987 and 2001 unveilled a settlement whose occupation extends, at least, since the seventh century until the end of the fifth century BCE. From the vast set of artifacts collected, amphorae stand out as a relatively numerous and typologically diversified category.
The study of the set showed the predominant presence of local/regional productions, particularly the Tagus types manufactured between the seventh and mid-fifth century BCE. On the other hand, the imports from the south of the Iberian Peninsula have a small representation in the set which highlights the strong productive capacity of the Tagus estuary during the first millennium BCE.
The study of the set showed the predominant presence of local/regional productions, particularly the Tagus types manufactured between the seventh and mid-fifth century BCE. On the other hand, the imports from the south of the Iberian Peninsula have a small representation in the set which highlights the strong productive capacity of the Tagus estuary during the first millennium BCE.
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Archaeological excavations conducted in Quinta do Almaraz (Almada, Portugal) between 1986 and 2001 have allowed to identify a settlement with an important Iron Age occupation. These interventions provided a large assemblage of faunal... more
Archaeological excavations conducted in Quinta do Almaraz (Almada, Portugal) between 1986 and 2001 have allowed to identify a settlement with an important Iron Age occupation. These interventions provided a large assemblage of faunal remains and its study has enabled a detailed analysis of the diet, lifestyle, and habits of the people who lived in Almaraz during the 1 st millennium BC. The most abundant mammal species are sheep and goat, followed by pig. Cattle and wild species, such as red deer, are also present. We likewise highlight a great variety of bird species, including the first remains of domestic galliformes, up to then an exotic animal in Europe. Regarding malacofauna, we highlight the prevalence of clam, cockle, mussel, winkle, and limpet.
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Excavations developed in Quinta do Almaraz since the late 80s of the twentieth century until 2001 revealed an intensive occupation of the 1st millennium BCE which lasted, at least, between the VIIth and the end of the Vth or the beginning... more
Excavations developed in Quinta do Almaraz since the late 80s of the twentieth century until 2001 revealed an intensive occupation of the 1st millennium BCE which lasted, at least, between the VIIth and the end of the Vth or the beginning of the IVth century BCE. After more than a decade without systematic investigation, a new team initiated a process of recovering data from the old excavations that were mostly unpublished.
This work aims to systematize the knowledge related to the architecture and urbanism of Quinta do Almaraz, namely through an analysis of the housing area and the defensive system. Finally, it intends to be a contribution for the understanding of the impact of phoenician influence in the emergence of a new logic of occupation and conception of space, in the Tagus Estuary area.
This work aims to systematize the knowledge related to the architecture and urbanism of Quinta do Almaraz, namely through an analysis of the housing area and the defensive system. Finally, it intends to be a contribution for the understanding of the impact of phoenician influence in the emergence of a new logic of occupation and conception of space, in the Tagus Estuary area.
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The Quinta do Almaraz Archaeological Site (Almada, Portugal) was discovered in 1986 and revealed traces of a settlement of unquestionable importance in the context of Phoenician influence on the West Iberian Peninsula. The lack of an... more
The Quinta do Almaraz Archaeological Site (Almada, Portugal) was discovered in 1986 and revealed traces of a settlement of unquestionable importance in the context of Phoenician influence on the West Iberian Peninsula. The lack of an investigation project culminated in a long period of stagnation and neglect, with direct consequences on its scientific development and use by the community. This article covers the history of the operations that were undertaken, reviewing the state of knowledge concerning the site and raising awareness of the appreciation process initiated in 2017 by the Municipality of Almada, to ensure the archaeological site’s protection, conservation and promotion.
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As diversas intervenções realizadas em Cacilhas entre os anos 80 e 90 do século XX revelaram uma longa diacronia de ocupação do espaço que recua, pelo menos, à Idade do Ferro. O espólio recolhido nas áreas intervencionadas é numeroso e... more
As diversas intervenções realizadas em Cacilhas entre os anos 80 e 90 do século XX revelaram uma longa diacronia de ocupação do espaço que recua, pelo menos, à Idade do Ferro. O espólio recolhido nas áreas intervencionadas é numeroso e constitui-se essencialmente por cerâmicas, tendo ainda sido identificado um cadinho e uma faca em ferro. O in-teresse destes vestígios é reforçado pela localização de Cacilhas numa área com potencialidades naturais de ancoragem e pela proximidade relativamente ao povoado da Quinta do Almaraz. O presente trabalho pretende dar a conhecer o conjunto de materiais pré-romanos recolhidos em Cacilhas, integrando-o nas dinâmicas que ocorrem na primeira metade do 1º milénio a.C. no Estuário do Tejo, bem como analisar as estruturas escavadas face à sua função e ligação ao povoado da Quinta do Almaraz.
The archaeological interventions carried out in Cacilhas during the 1980s and 1990s have unearthed a pattern of prolonged occupation dating back to the Iron Age. These excavations have yielded large quantities of pottery, the bulk of assemblage recovered , which also includes a crucible and an iron knife. These finds become increasingly relevant when Cacilhas' location in a natural docking area and its proximity to the Quinta do Almaraz settlement are taken into account. This paper aims to evidence the pre-roman finds collected in Cacilhas, analyse the features encountered , in relation to their use and their connection to Almaraz, all the while integrating them in the backdrop of the first half of the 1st millennium BCE in the Tejo estuary. pAlAVrAs-chAVe Idade do Ferro; Estuário do Tejo; Produção local ; Quinta do Almaraz; Cais.
The archaeological interventions carried out in Cacilhas during the 1980s and 1990s have unearthed a pattern of prolonged occupation dating back to the Iron Age. These excavations have yielded large quantities of pottery, the bulk of assemblage recovered , which also includes a crucible and an iron knife. These finds become increasingly relevant when Cacilhas' location in a natural docking area and its proximity to the Quinta do Almaraz settlement are taken into account. This paper aims to evidence the pre-roman finds collected in Cacilhas, analyse the features encountered , in relation to their use and their connection to Almaraz, all the while integrating them in the backdrop of the first half of the 1st millennium BCE in the Tejo estuary. pAlAVrAs-chAVe Idade do Ferro; Estuário do Tejo; Produção local ; Quinta do Almaraz; Cais.
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Resumo: As escavações arqueológicas desenvolvidas na Quinta do Almaraz, na margem esquerda da foz do estuário do Tejo, revelaram uma extensa ocupação da Idade do Ferro. Do vasto conjunto de artefactos recolhidos, as ânforas des-tacam-se... more
Resumo: As escavações arqueológicas desenvolvidas na Quinta do Almaraz, na margem esquerda da foz do estuário do Tejo, revelaram uma extensa ocupação da Idade do Ferro. Do vasto conjunto de artefactos recolhidos, as ânforas des-tacam-se como uma categoria relativamente numerosa e ti-pologicamente diversa. O estudo concretizado demonstrou a maioritária presença de produções locais/regionais, face a uma diminuta representação de importações, essencialmente oriundas do Sul da Península Ibérica. Os dados das ânforas traduzem-se num importante contributo para a compreensão da dinâmica do povoado da Quinta do Almaraz e testemu-nham a produção anfórica desenvolvida no estuário do Tejo durante o 1º milénio a.n.e., bem como a grande autonomia económica e capacidade de auto-abastecimento desta área ao longo da Idade do Ferro. Abstract: Archaeological excavations carried out in Quinta do Almaraz, on the left bank of Tagus estuary's mouth, revealed an extensive Iron Age occupation. From the vast set of artifacts collected, amphorae stand out as a relatively numerous and typologically diversified category. The study showed the predominant presence of local/regional productions, against a small representation of imports, which are mainly from the South of the Iberian Peninsula. The amphora data revealed an important contribution to understanding the dynamics of the settlement of Quinta do Almaraz and testified the amphorae production of the Tagus estuary during the 1st millennium BC and the great economic autonomy, as well as self-sufficiency of this area throughout the Iron Age.
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A prática arqueológica em Portugal tem registado grandes alterações nos últimos 20 anos, com uma progressiva afirmação da Arqueologia de carácter preventivo e salvamento, em função de uma diminuição das intervenções enquadradas em... more
A prática arqueológica em Portugal tem registado grandes alterações nos últimos 20 anos, com uma progressiva afirmação da Arqueologia de
carácter preventivo e salvamento, em função de uma diminuição das intervenções enquadradas em projectos de investigação. Por outro lado,
surge uma necessidade cada vez maior de afirmação da Arqueologia perante o grande público. Este artigo, tendo como base as premissas
anteriormente referidas, procura analisar a actividade arqueológica em Santarém e o impacto perante a população da cidade.
carácter preventivo e salvamento, em função de uma diminuição das intervenções enquadradas em projectos de investigação. Por outro lado,
surge uma necessidade cada vez maior de afirmação da Arqueologia perante o grande público. Este artigo, tendo como base as premissas
anteriormente referidas, procura analisar a actividade arqueológica em Santarém e o impacto perante a população da cidade.