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Spinning and weaving implements

UnknownPre-Pottery Neolithic B, 9000 years ago

The Israel Museum, Jerusalem

The Israel Museum, Jerusalem
Jerusalem, Israel

During the Neolithic revolution the growing need for baskets and containers, used for carrying and storing food, led to the development of advanced basketry and textile industries. The textiles and basketry found in the Land of Israel are among the oldest examples in the world.

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  • Title: Spinning and weaving implements
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Date Created: Pre-Pottery Neolithic B, 9000 years ago
  • Location: Nahal Hemar cave
  • Type: Various tools
  • Rights: Israel Antiquities Authority, Photo © The Israel Museum, Jerusalem
  • External Link: Israel Museum, Jerusalem
  • Medium: Bone
  • Dimensions: L: 21.5 - 12 cm
  • Curator: Hershman, Debby
The Israel Museum, Jerusalem

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