Laussel Goddess

Laussel Goddess

This image is not a figurine like the one from Willendorf, but is part of a relief wall mural that actually pictured other females and a male. The Laussel images were found in Laussel, France in 1911 by Dr. J.G Lalanne. Her large breasts and belly may represent fertility, and she is looking towards a notched horn in her hand. There are 13 notches on the horn, which might indicate the 13 lunar months of the year. This figure has been dated to 22,000 and 25,000 BCE. The original piece is in the Musee d'Aquitaine, Bordeaux, France.

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