Point

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Overview

The Middle Palaeolithic point represents a significant lithic tool crafted by hominins during a pivotal phase of human prehistory. This scientifically accurate model serves as a representation of a versatile point designed for hunting, cutting, and various tool making activities. The manufacturing process is meticulously detailed, showcasing the intentional shaping techniques employed by skilled knappers to create a point with precision and functionality. The model accurately captures the characteristic morphology of Middle Palaeolithic points, featuring a bifacially worked tool with a pointed tip and a tapering form. The tool’s form is designed for a balance of weight distribution, ergonomic grip, and versatility in use, suitable for both thrusting and cutting. The model highlights the intentional shaping of the pointed tip, featuring retouching or modification to enhance its sharpness and penetration capabilities. The point’s pointed tip is designed for efficient thrusting and cutting, contributing to its effectiveness as a multi-functional tool. The model showcases the blade configuration of the point, emphasizing the intentional shaping of the edges to create a sharp and effective cutting surface. The blade configuration enhances the tool’s utility for cutting tasks, making it suitable for a variety of applications. Attention to ergonomic considerations in the model reflects the point’s comfortable grip and balance, optimizing its utility for thrusting and cutting activities. The ergonomic design minimizes user fatigue during prolonged use and ensures effective handling.

Description

The model may incorporate realistic use-wear patterns, replicating the distinctive traces left by repeated use in thrusting and cutting activities. This provides insights into the tool’s function and the materials it was used to process.

The point model serves as an essential educational tool for archaeologists, anthropologists, and enthusiasts interested in lithic technology and the tools of Middle Palaeolithic hominins. It contributes to a deeper understanding of the Middle Palaeolithic lithic tradition and the technological adaptations of early humans during this period.

Researchers can utilize the model for studies on lithic technology, raw material sourcing, and cultural behaviour, offering a tangible representation for experimental archaeology and comparative analyses.

Constructed from durable, museum-quality materials, the model ensures longevity and authenticity, making it suitable for exhibition in educational settings, museums, and research institutions.

The Middle Palaeolithic point model’s accurate representation offers valuable insights into the technological and cultural adaptations of hominins during this critical period of human prehistory. Its meticulous design and scientific accuracy make it an essential tool for education, research, and as a visual representation of the versatile tools used during the Middle Palaeolithic.

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