This is an original 1926 halftone print of the surge of a rampart at Hambledon Hill in Dorset, England. This hill fort has yielded significant discoveries of archaeological importance showing that this was once a fort with causewayed enclosures that served as prehistoric funeral homes housing the remains in one enclosure and hosting the gatherings to honor the dead in the other.
CONDITION
This 85+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine+. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that the imperfections in the image are from the original photograph and are not unique to this piece.
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Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
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Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine+
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Dimensions: Approximately 4.5 x 3.25 inches; 11 x 8 cm
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Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
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Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)
Keywords specific to this image: long barrows, Iron Age Hill Fort, rituals, chalk outcrop, neolithic
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