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Hand-axes, blades & harpoon
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Hand-axes, blades & harpoon
The two axe-heads on the left are from the Middle Palaeolithic about 40, 000 BC; the three specimens on the right are from the Upper Palaeolithic abot 20, 000 BC (Agfa Film)
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Anthropological Anthropology Artefact Artifact Blade Chert Flint Hand Axe Handaxe Harpoon Hominini Homo Palaeolithic Palaeolithic Era Paleolithic Prehistoric Sedimentary Sedimentary Rock Stone Age Tool Weapon
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This evocative photograph showcases an intriguing collection of hand-axes, blades, and a harpoon, offering a glimpse into the rich history of human tool-making during the Palaeolithic Era. The two axe-heads on the left, with their distinctive, symmetrical shapes, hail from the Middle Palaeolithic period around 40,000 BC. Their smooth edges and well-worn surfaces bear testament to the countless tasks they once performed, from butchering game to shaping other tools. In stark contrast, the three specimens on the right, with their more refined edges and pointed tips, date back to the Upper Palaeolithic period around 20,000 BC. These tools, with their greater complexity and versatility, reflect the advancements in human technology and the emergence of more sophisticated hunting and manufacturing techniques. The blade, with its sharp, thin edge, was likely used for cutting and slicing, while the harpoon, with its barbed tip, would have been employed for fishing or hunting large game. The tools are made of various materials, including chert, a type of sedimentary rock, and flint, a form of quartz. This collection of prehistoric artefacts offers a fascinating window into the past, providing valuable insights into the lives and cultures of our ancient hominini ancestors. The study of these tools, and the sedimentary rocks from which they were extracted, is a crucial aspect of anthropology and palaeontology, helping us to better understand the evolution of human beings and our relationship with the natural world.
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