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Archaeological Survey

Study Units
Research Area
  • Italy
  • Basilicate
  • Province of Matera
  • Grottole

Summary

  • This project aimed to investigate settlement patterns in the territory of Altojanni with a particular focus on the medieval fortified settlement and its function in relation to the surrounding territory. A systematic, intensive and full-coverage field survey was carried out in July, September and October 2006 (16 weeks of fieldwork in total) to cover the territory around the medieval tower of Altojanni. The research strategy adopted is based on the integrated use of a wide range of information sources, as well as a variety of non-destructive technologies and field techniques.

Project Dates

  • 2005 - 2007

Periods

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  • 3400 BC
  • 2300 BC
  • 1200 AD

Survey Method

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  • The survey team consisted of a minimum of five to a maximum of ten field walkers spaced ten meters apart, which were reduced to five meters when visibility conditions were bad or artifact concentrations were encountered (i.e. “Unità Topografiche – UT”). The team adopted grid systems to collect and record the position of artifacts in the UTs. The visibility factor possibly affecting the results was also noticed and registered.

Research Focus

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Other Comments

  • Field director: Dimitris Roubis (CNR-IBAM). Project director: Massimo Osanna (Università degli Studi della Basilicata - Scuola di Specializzazione in Archeologia di Matera). ............................................................................................................................. This record has been produced by the FASTI Online Survey team
  • This survey aimed at improving the general knowledge of the topography of this region. The regional survey was designed to examine changes in settlement patterns from antiquity to the Medieval period, and to put the medieval-period fortified settlement of Altojanni into a regional context.

Funding Body

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  • Regione Basilicata - Comune di Grottole

Research Institution

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  • Scuola di Specializzazione in Beni archeologici di Matera dell'Università della Basilicata; Istituto per i Beni Archeologici e Monumentali (CNR)

Director

  • Director
    • Dimitris Roubis- CNR-IBAM
    • Massimo Osanna- Scuola di Specializzazione in Beni Archeologici, Matera