This paper provides a critical review of the main methodological achievements in sampling and quantitative analysis anthracology, study wood charcoal macro-remains from archaeological contexts. The application appropriate protocols is prerequisite for all types archaeo-anthracological assemblages, particularly when it comes to fuel waste. Sampling directly impacts taxonomic composition assembla...

The pioneering nature of Mediterranean pines and their phytosociological role have been largely discussed in relation to different agents (e.g., edaphic, climatic or anthropogenic). In this context, Aleppo pine is one the most widespread species basin, as it especially adapted constraints, such drought high seasonality, has a tolerance for salinity strong coastal winds. It also well regeneratio...

The pioneering nature of Mediterranean pines and their phytosociological role have been largely discussed in relation to different agents (e.g., edaphic, climatic or anthropogenic). In this context, Aleppo pine is one the most widespread species basin, as it especially adapted constraints, such drought high seasonality, has a tolerance for salinity strong coastal winds. It also well regeneratio...

The present study focuses on archaeobotanical analyses performed at the Phoenicians site of Motya, a small island (ca. 45 ha) located in Stagnone di Marsala, western Sicily.The macro-remains focused two closed contexts: votive favissa by sacred area “Cappiddazzu”, and disposal pit Area D, both dating between 8th 6th century BC. In latter context, palynological were also performed. allows to rec...

Abstract The aim of this research is to investigate the efficiency combustion structures, fuels used, structure maintenance and range related domestic activities. An experimental programme was carried out in which replicas archaeological Iron Age structures were put work. Based on available archaeobotanical records, various fuel types (wood, grasses, palm leaves animal dung) used. Variables suc...

Several models which remain equivocal and controversial cite migration and/or diffusion for the emergence spread of pastoralism farming in southern Africa during first millennium AD. A synthesis archaeobotanical proxies (e.g., palynology, phytoliths, anthracology) consistent with existing archaeological data leads to new insights into anthropogenic impacts palaeorecords. Harnessing such evidenc...

The aim of this study is to present the anthracological results from three archaeological sites located in North, North West and South East Sri Lanka. based on observation analysis 1689 charcoal fragments using for support reference collection Indian wood at Institute Archaeology ( UCL), Inside Wood (2004-onwards) several anatomy atlases. Mantai (200 BCE-850 CE), an urban site, has yielded 25 t...

Numerous charcoal kiln remains can still be found throughout the world, evidencing wood harvesting related to former industries. These represent effective sources and tools for studying (i) pre-industrial pressures on forest resources (ii) past strategies woodland management. However, radiocarbon dating (AMS), which is main tool reconstruct chronology of manufacturing activity, doesn't provide ...