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A neolithic case of Down syndrome.

A A Diamandopoulos1, K G Rakatsanis, N Diamantopoulos

  • 1Athens University, Department, St. Andrew's Regional Hospital, Patras, Greece.

Journal of the History of the Neurosciences
|April 1, 1997
PubMed
Summary

This study examines a 7000-year-old Neolithic figurine from Greece, suggesting it may be the oldest known representation of Down syndrome (DS) in Western civilization.

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Area of Science:

  • Archaeology
  • Medical History
  • Genetics

Background:

  • Neolithic period in Greece
  • Prevalence of genetic conditions in ancient populations
  • Iconography of ancient artifacts

Observation:

  • A Neolithic figurine from Greece exhibits physical characteristics consistent with Down syndrome (DS).
  • Comparison of the artifact's features with clinical presentations of individuals with DS.
  • Review of medical and archaeological literature concerning ancient representations of congenital conditions.

Findings:

  • The figurine, dated to approximately 7000 years ago, presents features potentially indicative of Down syndrome.
  • This artifact could represent the earliest documented depiction of Down syndrome in Western art and archaeology.
  • Analysis supports the hypothesis of the figurine as an ancient representation of the condition.

Implications:

  • Provides potential insights into the understanding and perception of genetic conditions in Neolithic societies.
  • Highlights the value of archaeological artifacts in tracing the history of medical conditions.
  • Contributes to the historical understanding of Down syndrome and its presence in ancient civilizations.

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