Los grabados rupestres del suroeste de LugoAnálisis tecnológico

Abstract

This thesis is focused on the research about the rock art sites in the Southwest area of the province of Lugo. This area is located between two geographic features: the river and the mountains. Through the geographic and, mainly, technologic research on archaeological sites, we intend to provide a detailed knowledge about the manifestations located in the inland area of Galicia. The analysis of the technology notices all the characteristics associated with the recording work; it is an operational chain involving a series of linked steps, whose final result is the creation of a panel with engravings. The process implies the choice of the place and the support, the tools supply and, finally, the creation of the pictures. Through a morphological analysis we also delve into the motifs’ stylistic characteristics and techniques, which will serve for the elaboration of a catalogue. Finally, we suggest an experimental model to be followed, with a specific modus operandi helping to obtain a greater knowledge of the technological process. The study is based on the data provided in the Southwest