http://banksnews.gr/the-mystery-of-the-oldest-throne-in-europe-at-the-cretan-palace-of-knossos/
... According to most archaeologists, the throne itself may have actually had more religious than political significance, functioning in the re-enactment of epiphany rituals involving a High Priestess, as suggested by the iconography of griffins, palms, and altars in the wall-paintings. More recently, it has been suggested that the room was only used at dawn at certain times of the year for specific ceremonies. ...
