Abstract
The excavation at Tel Nagila uncovered a series of domestic structures dating to the Middle Bronze Age II. In the following paper, a division of the finds in the various structures is undertaken, in order to further our understanding of the use of space at the site. Within the domestic structures, many miniature vessels were found. We suggest that these were not votive offerings, rather attest to the presence of children in the various rooms of the homes. The role of children and the ability to identify them in the archaeological record is discussed.
| Original language | English |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 268-293 |
| Number of pages | 26 |
| Journal | Palestine Exploration Quarterly |
| Volume | 145 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Dec 2013 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Children
- Household archaeology
- Middle Bronze Age II
- Miniature vessels
- Tel Nagila
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Archaeology
- History
- Visual Arts and Performing Arts
- Religious studies
- Archaeology