This is the sculpture Venus of Willendorf has been the center of speculation and mystery because it is unsure when and where she originally came from and her significance to that time period. She is made out of oolitic limestone and was discovered in 1908 in Willendorf, Austria. It is estimated to be part of the paleolithic period and to be crafted sometime between 30,000 and 25,000 B.C.E. The sculpture is approximately 4 inches in height and caused many to believe that since it is transportable that it did not originate from Willendorf. Venus of Willendorf is most closely associated with a symbol of fertility.
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