description Vix (Mont Lassois) Overview
Mont Lassois is a fortified Late Hallstatt Celtic hillfort located in Burgundy, France, that dominated the upper Seine valley during the 6th century BCE. Excavations at the base of the hill uncovered a princely burial mound, famously known as the Vix Grave. This tomb contained the Vix Krater, a massive ancient Greek bronze vessel used for mixing wine, which highlights the extensive trade networks connecting the Celtic elites with the Greek Mediterranean.
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What was found inside the Vix Grave?
The burial contained an elite woman laid on a four-wheeled wagon with jewelry and imported Mediterranean vessels. Its most famous object is the enormous bronze Vix Krater.
How large is the Vix Krater?
The bronze mixing vessel stands about 1.64 meters high and holds roughly 1,100 liters. It was made in the Greek world in the sixth century BCE and transported far inland to Burgundy.
Why was Mont Lassois important during the Iron Age?
The fortified hill overlooked the upper Seine and routes linking Mediterranean trade with communities farther north. Excavations have revealed substantial buildings and evidence of an elite center active during the Late Hallstatt period.
Who was the woman buried at Vix?
Her personal identity is unknown, so labels such as the Princess of Vix describe her exceptional burial status rather than a documented royal title. The wagon, gold neck ring, and imported goods indicate that she occupied a powerful position in the local Iron Age community.
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