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Scythian Horse Culture

Type Object Region Eurasian Steppe Time c. -900–-300

The Scythians and neighboring steppe peoples' horse-centered material and spiritual culture, covering horse breeding, riding rituals, harness decorat…

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  1. c. -900–-700South Russian Steppe · South Russian SteppeEarly Scythian-related remains show the central role of horses in migration, hunting and ritual, with simple harnesses and the custom of horse sacrifice burials, laying the foundation of steppe horse culture.
  2. c. -600–-400Northern Black Sea Coast Steppe · Northern Black Sea CoastScythian "animal style" art reached its peak on horse collars, bits and scabbard fittings; finely gilded harnesses became symbols of status and tribal identity, and spread into the Greek world through trade.

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