Bell Beaker pottery

Bell Beaker pottery refers to a distinct style of ceramic vessels that emerged during the Copper Age, around 2500 to 2000 BCE, in Europe. Named after the bell-shaped design, these pots often feature intricate decorations, such as zigzags and dots. They are associated with a prehistoric culture that spread across much of Western Europe, known for its metalworking and trade. The Bell Beaker culture is significant for its influence on social structures and burial practices, symbolizing a shift in societal organization during this period in history.