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Medieval cauldron discovered at Myddfai

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Around 500 years ago, a cook prepared meals for a rich family in this fine bronze cauldron. In the 19th century, a 'wise woman' found it hidden beneath a heap of stones on Myddfai Mountain. She used it to grind medicinal plants and herbs. In Celtic stories, cauldrons have powers of rebirth and healing. They also produce endless supplies of food to feed warriors. From the Bronze Age onwards, cauldrons were objects of prestige, and value. They are found in royal graves and as water offerings.

Owner:
Carmarthenshire County Museum
Creator:
Unknown
License information:
Reproduced by permission of Carmarthenshire County Museum
Copyright Details:
Carmarthenshire County Museum 2003
Publisher Ref:
GTJ23060
Item uploaded:
23/10/2009
Date originally created:
1400-1499
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