Determining prehistoric skin processing technologies : the macro and microscopic characteristics of experimental samples / Theresa Emmerich Kamper.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Kamper, Theresa Emmerich, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Tanning.

Hides and skins.

Tools, Prehistoric.

Archaeology--Methodology.

Archaeology.

Experimental archaeology.

experimental archaeology.

Medical Subjects:

Tanning.

Genre:

Electronic books.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (249 pages : illustrations (some color), map)

Place of Publication:

Leiden : Sidestone Press, 2020.

Summary:

The importance of skin processing technologies in the history and expansion of humankind cannot be overstated, yet these technologies can be difficult to identify in the archaeological record. This research outlines the development of a systematic, non-destructive method for identifying the tanning technologies used to produce prehistoric skin artefacts. The approach combines extensive archaeological research and over 25 years of the author's personal tanning experience. The method employs observations of an extensive sample reference collection, both macroscopic and microscopic, to produce a database of defining characteristics for six tannage types, from a large geographic area and time frame.

Contents:

Intro

Preface

List of Figures

Introduction

Aims and Methodology

Previous Methods

Defining the Parameters of the Research

Geographical Boundary

Chronological Boundary

The Focus of the Research

Inclusion of Ethnographic Items

Emerging Techniques: Future Research

Connecting Disciplines and Traditions in Archaeological Skin Processing Research

1.1 Introduction to Current Analysis Techniques for Processed Skin

1.2 Identification of Species

1.3 Identification of Tannage Technologies: Current Methods

1.4 Identification of Tannage Technologies: Advancing Current Capabilities

1.5 Terminology Concerns and Clarification

1.6 Conclusion

Investigating Early Tanning Technologies

2.1 Introduction to Methodology and Skin Morphology

2.2 Developed Method of Systematic Analysis of Skin Artefacts

2.3 Overview of Chosen Tanning Technologies

2.4 Layers of Object Biography

Sewing and Cordage

Wear and Tear

Archaeological, Experimental Interment and Preservation Issues

Post Excavation Treatments

2.5 Conclusion

Rationale for Faunal Selection

3.1 Introduction to Faunal Selection Chapter

Key Species of Economic Importance

Evaluation and Support of Selected Species

From Hunting to Herding

3.2 Introduction to European Species Selection

Key Species Use Through Time and General Trends

Mesolithic

Neolithic

Copper Age

Bronze Age

Early Iron Age

Continental and Regional Significance

Overview of the Archaeological Evidence

Faunal Presence in Archaeological Sites

Processed Skin Finds

Genetic Research

Rock Art and Associated Artefacts

Evidence for Choosing Variety

Size

Hair/Coat type

Genetics

Breed Rosters

Conclusion

3.3 European Faunal Selection

Wild Species

Red Deer (Cervus elaphus), Roe Deer (Capreolus capreolus), Fallow Deer (Dama dama)

Domestic Species

Pig (Sus scrofa domesticus)

Sheep (Ovis aries)

Goat (Capra aegagrus hircus)

Cattle (Bos taurus)

Horse (Equus caballus)

3.4 Introduction to North American Species Selection

Key Species Use Through Time and General Temporal Trends

Early Holocene

Middle Holocene

Late Holocene

Geographic Trends in Faunal Use: Regional vs Continental Significance

Overview of Archaeological Evidence

Faunal Presence in Sites

Processed Skin Finds and Ethnographic Evidence of Use

3.5 Selected North American Species

Mule and White Tail Deer (Odocoileus hemionus & virginianus)

Bison (Bison bison)

Pronghorn Antelope (Antilocapra americana)

Bighorn Sheep (Ovis canadensis)

Elk (Cervus canadensis)

3.6 Introduction to Transcontinental Species Selection

3.7 Selected Transcontinental Species

Reindeer/Caribou (Rangifer tarandus)

Moose (Alces alces)

3.8 Furbearer Species Selection

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references.

Online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on August 31, 2020).

Other Format:

Print version: Kamper, Theresa Emmerich. Determining prehistoric skin processing technologies.

ISBN:

9789088908385

9088908389

OCLC:

1157189408

Access Restriction:

Restricted for use by site license.