Finds from the Geißenklösterle cave

Erect Bear

Erect Bear The erect bear was reconstructed from 11 pieces of ivory. Its head is raised and the snout slightly opened, which gives the animal a threatening appearance. It displays either aggression or a state of defence. Its body is covered with the typical lines of notches.

Length:
5,0 cm
Height:
2,1 cm
Width:
1,9 cm
Site:
Geißenklösterle, Blaubeuren
The original carving is in the Württemberg Landesmuseum, Stuttgart






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