Colin Renfrew, who passed away at 87, significantly altered the landscape of archaeology, steering it towards a scientifically informed and problem-oriented discipline. With a focus on the Cyclades in Greece and Orkney in Scotland, his fieldwork proved influential worldwide, blending archaeological inquiry with scientific advancements. His collaboration with geologists in the mid-1960s led to groundbreaking insights regarding ancient sea crossings, exemplified by his findings on volcanic glass obsidian artifacts from the Cycladic island of Milos. Renfrew's work was also inspired by the emerging 'new archaeology' movement in the U.S., emphasizing methodological rigor.
Renfrew's influence reshaped archaeology by integrating scientific methods and theoretical frameworks, establishing a new paradigm for understanding ancient societies and their dynamics.
His research on the Cyclades and collaborations with geologists confirmed early sea-crossing by examining volcanic glass artifacts, marking significant milestones in the field.
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