Fiches typologiques de l’industrie osseuse préhistorique, cahier II: propulseurs

Summary

J. Whittaker: [Typological notes on prehistoric bone artifacts, book 2, Spearthrowers] First finds by Lartet and Christy 1864 Laugerie-Basse, identified as harpoon tip with barb, recognized in publication by de Mortillet 1891 (and unknown correspondant from Ireland in 1864). Distinguishes three types: male, female, and androgenous [hook + groove like Basketmaker]. Considers only specimens that are clearly parts of atlatls, 118 pieces. Hook wear: slight ring depression around tip, scratches on the back, polish on the tip, and scratches on the face of the atlatl under the hook. Brief experiments: atlatls last well, throwing darts 400-500g, transfix goat carcass. [poor diagram and unclear stroboscopic photo of throw shows overhead flip, but not flex of dart]. Works as lever arm. Ethnographic types illustrated. The rest is partial catalog of specimens, discussed under three types (M, F, A), [with mediocre line drawings and poor photos.]

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Rights & Attribution: The information in this record was originally compiled by Dr. Roeland Paardekooper, EXARC Director.