A brief introduction to the Cycladic civilization
Considered a Bronze Age civilization, the group of people who were a part of the Cycladic civilization lived in a group of islands known as the Cyclades. They thrived from 3200 - 1100 BC and were known for their distinctive art and culture. Sadigh Gallery carries a collection of Cycladic idols that collectors of ancient artifacts will surely love. This blog post aims to introduce readers to this civilization. Image source: Britannica.com As residents of the islands of the Aegean Sea, the ancient Cycladic people were believed to be the first to settle in this region. First rediscovered towards the end of the 19th century, this ancient group of people were believed to have lived as fishermen and traders. Evidences show that they had houses and temples which were made of stone. However, it is also possible that they thrived in doing agricultural work and also raised cattle and livestock. Since they lived near the Aegean Sea, many archeologists assume that they ...