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Flint handaxes. Maglemosian Culture, 9500-6500 BC
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Flint handaxes. Maglemosian Culture, 9500-6500 BC
Flint handaxes. C. 8700 BC. Moose hunting. Skottemarke, Lolland. Maglemosian Culture, 9500-6500 BC. Mesolithic. National Museum of Denmark. Copenhagen. Denmark
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This photograph showcases a remarkable collection of Flint handaxes from the Maglemosian Culture, dating back to approximately 8700 BC. Discovered at the archaeological site of Skottemarke in Lolland, Denmark, these handaxes offer a glimpse into the Mesolithic era of Northern Europe, a time when humans harnessed stone tools for their daily needs. The Maglemosian Culture, which spanned from 9500-6500 BC, is renowned for its intricate and skillfully crafted bifaces, or handaxes. These tools were essential for various tasks, including cutting, scraping, and even as projectile points for hunting. The handaxes in this image, with their sharp edges and symmetrical shapes, demonstrate the advanced stoneworking abilities of the people during this period. The moose, a large and powerful animal, was a significant prey source for these early humans. The presence of these handaxes in the context of a moose hunting scene highlights their importance in the daily lives of the Maglemosian people. This photograph, taken at the National Museum of Denmark in Copenhagen, serves as a poignant reminder of the rich prehistoric heritage that Denmark and Europe possess. The handaxes, with their timeless beauty and historical significance, continue to fascinate researchers, archaeologists, and history enthusiasts alike. Their intricate designs and the stories they tell about the people who crafted and used them make them invaluable treasures of human history.
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