Heads may represent individual portraits not cultural symbols. Each sculpture is highly individual with no recurring iconographic theme Only common feature is the downturn mouth Heads may be caricatures of actual people in the village
The heads may represent commissioned portraits rather than religious symbols. Each is unique with no repeating themes, and they cluster at the top of the settlement - could be caricatures of actual villagers.
Key Facts
- Each sculpture is highly individual with no recurring iconographic theme
- Only common feature is the downturn mouth
- Heads may be caricatures of actual people in the village
- They cluster in one room at the top of the settlement
- Could represent commissioned portraits of individuals rather than religious icons
Related site: Lepenski Vir — view location, images, and history on the Ancient Nerds map.
Source: LEPENSKI VIR: We're completely wrong about the Fish Head Sculptures. by The Prehistory Guys