Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Styles and Periods Facet
3. Styles and Periods (hierarchy name)
4. [styles, periods, and cultures by region]
5. Early Western World
6. [ancient European styles and periods]
7. European Neolithic (culture or period)

Anotations

Scope note:

Refers to the Neolithic culture and style of the Cris people, who lived in the area of modern Bulgaria, Romania, and south Russia. They are particularly characterized by the creation of rather crudely executed clay female figures reminiscent of Paleolithic figures, with huge, shelf-like posteriors, which may be intended to indicate a sitting position. This culture is related to the Körös culture, and both cultures are sometimes grouped together as "Cris-Körös."