Bronze Age Beaker, Cord Decorated

Handcrafted Replica Bronze Age Beaker – All-Over Comb Decoration

Details

This Early Bronze Age Beaker is a faithful replica of a style commonly found in graves near Stonehenge, particularly in the burial of the Amesbury Archer and the Boscombe Bowmen.

Decorated with all-over comb impressions, this beaker exemplifies the intricate craftsmanship of Bronze Age potters. The beaker style emerged during a period of cultural transformation, marking the transition from the Neolithic to the Bronze Age.

Historical Context

Around 2500 BCE, Britain saw the introduction of gold and copper metalworking, marking the beginning of the Bronze Age. Alongside these advancements, decorated pottery beakers became widespread.

This period saw great societal change, with some studies suggesting that waves of migration from Europe brought new traditions and technologies. Potters responded to this cultural shift with a surge in creativity, producing highly decorated ceramics that demonstrated their skill and artistry.

Materials

• Smoke-fired terracotta

Dimensions

• Height: Approx. 150 mm
• Diameter: Approx. 145 mm

Production

As with all my Museum Quality Replicas, this pot has been entirely hand-formed, using natural clay and replica tools based on those used by Bronze Age potters.

• The decoration has been applied using a comb tool, replicating the all-over comb impression technique seen on original finds from Stonehenge burials.

Firing Process

To achieve an authentic finish, this beaker has been fired in a way that emulates ancient firing conditions.

• The original beakers would have been fired in an open wood fire, in direct contact with the fuel, creating natural variations in surface colour.
• However, the low temperatures of open firings result in weaker pottery, so this beaker has been fired at a slightly higher temperature to increase durability while maintaining authenticity.

Health & Safety

This is a Museum Quality Replica and not intended for use as a drinking vessel.

• If you require replica pots suitable for food or beverages, please contact me before purchasing.

Ordering Information

• 'Add to Basket' Items: Ready to ship immediately.
• 'Pre-order' Items: Handmade to order within 90 days (longer for international orders). If your order includes both 'Add to Basket' and 'Pre-order' items, they will be shipped together once all items are ready.

Shipping

• All items are sent via second-class postal service as standard.
• If you require first-class shipping, please contact me for a custom quote.

Own a piece of Bronze Age history with this handcrafted replica beaker. Order today!