{"product_id":"venus-of-brassempouy-replica","title":"Venus of Brassempouy Replica – Paleolithic Figurine","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Venus of Brassempouy replica, also known as the \u003cstrong\u003eDame de Brassempouy\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003eLady with the Hood\u003c\/strong\u003e, reproduces one of the most recognizable human representations from Upper Paleolithic art.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original was discovered at the Grotte du Pape in Brassempouy, southwestern France, during excavations carried out in the late 19th century. Carved from mammoth ivory and associated with the Gravettian period, the original is preserved today in the collections of the Musée d’Archéologie nationale in Saint-Germain-en-Laye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many other Paleolithic female figurines, the Brassempouy piece survives as a small sculpted head. Its triangular facial structure, broad forehead, defined nose and pointed chin give it a highly distinctive appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of its most characteristic features is the grid of incised lines covering the upper and rear part of the head. This pattern has traditionally been interpreted as hair or a form of head covering, giving rise to the name Lady with the Hood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur reproduction is produced at \u003cstrong\u003e1:1 scale\u003c\/strong\u003e, closely matching the compact proportions and sculptural character of the archaeological original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece is cast in polyurethane resin and individually hand-patinated and hand-finished in our workshop in Valencia, Spain. Aged ivory, earthy and mineral tones are applied to emphasize the facial modeling, incised pattern and subtle irregularities of the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause each patina is applied individually by hand, slight variations in tone, markings and surface finish may occur between pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Paleolithic figurine replica is especially suited to collections focused on prehistoric art, archaeology, Gravettian material culture and portable art, as well as to universities, educational displays and specialist collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAvailable Options:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eVenus of Brassempouy – Individual\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 × 2.5 × 2.7 cm \/ 1.57 × 0.98 × 1.06 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 g \/ 0.42 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:1\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e: Individually hand-patinated and hand-finished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upper Paleolithic – Gravettian\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePrehistoric Venus Set – 3 Pieces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVenus of Hohle Fels :\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:1 scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVenus of Brassempouy :\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:1 scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVenus of Renancourt :\u003c\/strong\u003e1.25:1 scale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set brings together three distinctive examples of European Paleolithic figurative art from the Aurignacian and Gravettian periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach reproduction is individually hand-patinated and hand-finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Venus of Renancourt is available exclusively as part of this three-piece set and is not sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCustoms Notice:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImport duties and taxes are not included in the item price or shipping cost. Any customs fees or import charges are the responsibility of the buyer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Post Mortem Cult","offers":[{"title":"VENUS OF BRASSEMPOUY – INDIVIDUAL","offer_id":58740071956744,"sku":"PMC-PA-07","price":20.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"PREHISTORIC VENUS SET – 3 PIECES","offer_id":58740071989512,"sku":"PMC-PA-PACK-01","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0880\/3372\/2632\/files\/Venus_of_Brassempouy_01.jpg?v=1789423295","url":"https:\/\/postmortemcult.com\/products\/venus-of-brassempouy-replica","provider":"Post Mortem Cult","version":"1.0","type":"link"}