Finlay, N. (2008) Blank concerns: issues of skill and consistency in the replication of Scottish Later Mesolithic blades. Journal of Archaeological Method and Theory, 15(1), pp. 68-90. (doi: 10.1007/s10816-007-9048-y)
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Abstract
Skill is central to the identification of the individual within lithic analysis.Modern replication tends to focus on the proficient flintknapper, and emphasises complex, technically, demanding implements and high quality raw materials. Yet, acquiring lithic skill is a universal process that manifests itself in various ways depending on technological strategy and raw material. This paper presents the results of a programme of experimental replication that explores notions of consistency and identity. Based on Mesolithic blade technology, using direct percussion reduction and variable pebble resources, it compares knappers with different experience and identifies some of the salient parameters of individual performance.
| Item Type: | Articles |
|---|---|
| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Finlay, Dr Nyree |
| Authors: | Finlay, N. |
| Subjects: | C Auxiliary Sciences of History > CC Archaeology |
| College/School: | College of Arts > School of Humanities > Archaeology |
| Journal Name: | Journal of Archaeological Method and Theory |
| Journal Abbr.: | J Arch Method Theory |
| Publisher: | Springer |
| ISSN: | 1072-5369 |
| ISSN (Online): | 1573-7764 |
| Published Online: | 15 January 2008 |
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