The Groom and the Horse by sandra46
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In the late 1980s archaeologists of the University of Padova discovered a grave where a young man, possibly 20 years old, and a young horse had been buried. Nearby there was the grave with the ashes of their master inside a great vase also containing other offerings (you can see part of it on the rìght), They were paert of a necropolis near the Piovego canal, once an area in the countryside, while the Venetic town of Padova was a flourishing fluvial port strong enough to vanquish a naval attack from a fleet from Sparta, Greece.
At this time, the 5th century BC, the Venetkens lived in city-states connected with the major trading routes. The aristocratic elite was buried after cremation rites, while the servants were inhumated. We found also many graves of horses, to honor these noble animals, but in this case the horse and the groom were clearly sacrificed during the funerary rites for their master. The group is at the Civic Museum of Padova.
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Comments (45)
Great capture and fascinating explanations.
wow, this is so creepy! love these shots you've been posting.
wonderful capture with a fantastic comment !!!
So very interesting. I bet a lot of present day servants are glad this practice is no longer common.
Fantastic documents with the photo and the expanations, thanks!
Klasse imagr great explanations.
Another superb explanation and a super pic but I must say that I really do feel sorry for the victims.
poor horse having to give it's life for it's owner superb capture
Awesome work Sandra!!
Fantastic capture!!
Really awesome capture Sandra, excellent explanation, thank you for sharing!
Wow, powerful capture and narrative!
What an amazing photo Sandra, and I was simply fascinated with the background story beind the image. Thank you so much for always taking the time to provide the extras for us.
Fantastic capture and great informations !!!
You did very nice pic.
Such a poignant scene. The youth being buried on top of the horse. I wonder if there was a personal connection. Another example of the arrogance of power. At least here it was one horse and one young man. Today the powerful will sacrifice entire populations for profit.
I have to agree with Andrea's comments. as for Mark's (wysiwig) comments, that is so true. Great capture
Wonderful and very creative work
Another sad history!
awesome historybits.
outstanding capture and commentary of your country and it's past history, thanx for sharing!:)*5
I see him.... Interesting. Aloha
Great capture erland
Wow thats really old but interesting for sure.
Interesting infos about these rites and excellent shot !
Another excellent photo and love the narratives that you have with your photos. At the age of 70, I still enjoy learning about the history of the world.
Great looking capture dear Sandra!
This is very sad. :( I really love all of the history you share with us. :))))))) History wasn't all about good times. :))) Most excellent capture my friend. :))))) Thank you for sharing. :))))) Carry A Sunshine Smile In Your Heart :))))
Excellent and informative photos!
Very interesting shot and informations. Thanks for sharing.