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Newgrange
The building of new grange
Build in 3200BC
Built using the corralling technique
This was a technique which was used on stones when building the roof of Newgrange with every stone being slightly carved in lines downwards as to act as a drainage system to keep the interior warm and dry
One of the earliest drainage systems
Corbelled arch
Some estimates say it took over 70 years to make
High stones known as kerbstones surrounded it
Design elements in newgrange
Newgrange is in a dome shape
Crucifix chamber
Shaped like a cross
How decoration was achieved on stones in Newgrange
Achieved making use of low relief designs which were etched onto the kerbstones surrounding newgrange
They were made using chissels which were made from stone
Kerbstone 52 and Stone Age art
Kerbstone 52 has
zig zags
lozenges
spirals
Sundials
Divided vertical down the middle of it
Kerbstones and stones in general
97 around Newgrange
Function (burial place)
Newgrange is a landmark where would have been likely more than 1 function used including
Burial site
Area for spiritual practices
Special ceremonies and celebrations
Stones
Circular stones