Bronze Age bone punches C015 / 6758
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Bronze Age bone punches C015 / 6758
Bronze Age bone punches. These tools, also called awls or perforators, were tapered and worked pieces of bone used to punch holes in animal skins or leather when making clothes. These bone punches, found in 2004, are from the Portalon cave (the entrance cave) to the Cueva Mayor, a cave in the Sierra de Atapuerca foothills near Burgos, Spain. Bone punches have been found in this cave at the Early Bronze Age level, dating to around 1690 BC. The limestone caves in these hills, containing many prehistoric fossils and artefacts, have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site
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This print showcases a pair of Bronze Age bone punches, also known as awls or perforators. These ancient tools were meticulously crafted from tapered pieces of bone and served the purpose of punching holes in animal skins or leather during the creation of clothing. Discovered in 2004 within the Portalon cave, which acts as the entrance to Cueva Mayor in the Sierra de Atapuerca foothills near Burgos, Spain, these bone punches date back to approximately 1690 BC. The limestone caves found in this region are not only home to numerous prehistoric fossils but have also been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site due to their rich collection of archaeological artifacts. This particular image was expertly captured by JAVIER TRUEBA/MSF/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY and offers an intriguing glimpse into our ancestors' ingenuity and resourcefulness. With its warm brown background and meticulous studio shot composition, this photograph beautifully highlights both the historical significance and anthropological value of these Bronze Age instruments. Whether displayed in a museum or admired within a personal collection, this print serves as a tangible link between contemporary society and our ancient past – reminding us of our shared human heritage that spans across time and geography.
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