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1868 Prehistoric Cromagnon necklace vignt
Chromolithograph of perforated Cromagnon 30, 000 ybp ornaments (shell, ivory). Edouard Lartet and Henry Christy. " Reliquiae Aquitanicae" 1865-1875, Williams and Norgate, London 1875. They come from the site Abri de Cro-magnon near the commune of Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil in southwestern France (Dordogne). They were discovered in March 1868 with other early human remains, during railway workings by workers of the firm of Berthoumeyrou. Authorities were called and M. Louis Lartet came to supervise the excavation. Louis Lartet writes, " Amidst the human remains lay a multitude of Marine Shells (about 300) each pierced with a hole, and nearly all belonging to a species Littorina littorea - other species such as Purpura lapillus and Turritella communis occur but in small numbers. These are also perforated, and, like the others used for necklaces, bracelets or other ornamental attire"
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of history - a prehistoric Cromagnon necklace dating back 30,000 years. The image is a chromolithograph taken from the renowned publication "Reliquiae Aquitanicae" by Edouard Lartet and Henry Christy in 1875. These ancient artifacts were discovered in March 1868 at the Abri de Cro-magnon site near Les Eyzies-de-Tayac-Sireuil in southwestern France. The excavation was initiated during railway construction by workers from Berthoumeyrou, who stumbled upon not only early human remains but also an array of marine shells meticulously pierced with holes. Among these shells, the most prevalent species found was Littorina littorea, although others like Purpura lapillus and Turritella communis were present as well, albeit in smaller numbers. It is believed that these perforated shells were used to create necklaces, bracelets, or other ornamental attire for our ancestors. The significance of this discovery lies not only in its archaeological value but also in its artistic representation. The intricate craftsmanship displayed through the arrangement of skull fragments alongside shell jewelry highlights the creativity and aesthetic sensibilities possessed by early humans. This photograph serves as a testament to our shared heritage and offers a glimpse into the lives of those who inhabited Europe thousands of years ago. It reminds us that art has always been an integral part of human existence and continues to connect us across time and space.
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