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Uffington White Horse, Oxfordshire, UK

Uffington White Horse, Oxfordshire, UK



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Uffington White Horse, Oxfordshire, UK

The Uffington White Horse is a highly stylised prehistoric hill figure, 110 m long, formed from deep trenches filled with crushed white chalk. The figure has been shown to date back some 3, 000 years, to the Bronze Age, by means of optically stimulated luminescence dating carried out following archaeological investigations in 1994. These studies produced three dates ranging between 1400 and 600 BC. Iron Age coins that bear a representation comparable to the Uffington White Horse have been found, supporting the early dating of this artifact; counter suggestions that the figure was fashioned in the Anglo-Saxon period now seem untenable. Numerous other prominent prehistoric sites are located nearby, notably Waylands Smithy long barrow. The Uffington is by far the oldest of the white horse figures in Britain, and is of an entirely different design from the others

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Bronze Age Carving Chalk Iron Iron Age Pre Historic Archeaology Barrow Long Barrow Uffington Waylands Smithy White Horse


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This print showcases the Uffington White Horse, a remarkable prehistoric hill figure located in Oxfordshire, UK. Stretching an impressive 110 meters long, this highly stylized artwork is formed from deep trenches filled with crushed white chalk. Its origins date back approximately 3,000 years to the Bronze Age, as confirmed by optically stimulated luminescence dating conducted during archaeological investigations in 1994. The Uffington White Horse holds immense historical significance and has been linked to Iron Age coins bearing similar representations found nearby. This discovery further supports its early dating and dismisses previous suggestions that it was created during the Anglo-Saxon period. Surrounded by numerous prominent prehistoric sites such as Waylands Smithy long barrow, this ancient land art stands out not only for its age but also for its unique design compared to other white horse figures found across Britain. Capturing the essence of both art and archaeology, this print offers a glimpse into our distant past. It serves as a reminder of humanity's enduring fascination with creating monumental works that transcend time and continue to captivate modern audiences. The Uffington White Horse remains an awe-inspiring testament to human creativity and ingenuity throughout history.

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