Hodges, Henry, 1920-

Artifacts : an introduction to early materials and technology / Henry Hodges. - London : J. Baker, 1968. - 248 pages. : illustrations ; 23 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 229-239.) and index.

Part I
Materials and methods of working

1. Pottery / 2. Glazes/ 3. Glass and enamels / 4. Copper and Copper Alloys / 5. Iron and steel / 6. Gold, silver, lead and mercury. / 7. Stone / 8. Wood / 9. Fibers and threads / 10. Textiles and baskets / 11. Hides and leathers / 12. Antler, bone, horn and ivory / 13. Dyes, pigments and paints / 14. adhesives / 15. some other materials.

Part II
The examination of artifacts
16. General principles / 17. Examination of stone artifacts / 18. Examination of pottery and glasses / 19. Examination of metal objects / 20. Examination of organic materials.



in English.

0391022466 (pbk.)


Technology--History.
Archaeology--Methodology.

T16 / H63 1968