Anthro Tools Attributes

The attribute sets and attributes for the above class are described below. Minor edits which enhance the current definitions should be made directly to the text. Major changes or revisions which change the attribute words should follow the directions at the bottom of this page under Proposed Changes.

Hunting

Examples for Anthro Tools.Hunting

Arrow

A straight line with both point and feathered end depicted.

Atlatl

A straight line with finger loops at one end and a throwing notch at the other.

Bow

A curved line with either a straight or pulled string.

Fish Trap

Like a bow tie with one side much larger than the other. May have many lines radiating from the center point.

Net

A loose weave that may be thrown over small prey.

Rabbit Stick

A club.

Spear

Straight line with a point or blade at one end.

Snare

A looped string.

Other

Any other hunting tool.

Gathering

Examples for Anthro Tools.Gathering

Ax

An Ax, Adze, or hoe like device.

Basket

A basket shape, possibly with a handle.

Blanket

A rectangle with an interior woven design.

Pottery

A vessel shape possibly with a design.

Sandal

Foot shaped oval with various internal designs that are consistent with a sandal.

Tool Sharpening

Deeply worn grooves created by sharpening or polishing tools.

Other

Any other gathering tool.

Ceremonial

Examples for Anthro Tools.Ceremonial

Hatchet

A war club.

Medicine Bag

Medicine bag.

Paddle

Elongated rectangle or oval with internal decorations -- possibly used in a dance ceremony.

Pendant

An adornment that hangs from a piece of jewelry such as a necklace or earring.

Rattle

Gourd-like.

Staff

Cane with a curved or decorative end.

Shield

A round object decorated with animals, geometrics or humans. If held by an anthropomorphic, if should be classified as an anthropomorphic element.

Other

Any other ceremonial tool.

Proposed Changes

If you have suggestions which add, delete, combine attributes or change the word used to define an attribute, then please copy the entire current attribute set definition above, including the attribute set heading to the end of this page and edit your copy. If you wish to make a comment below your improved version (or someone else's improved version), add a horizontal rule and then your comment.

Minor changes in agreement with the someone's proposed changes should be made directly to the text, competing versions should be documented as complete revised copies including the heading.

To add a new attribute set, create it exactly as it should appear. For suggestions on sequence changes, create an appropriate heading below and add a comment. For other types of changes, innovate.

All documentation should be written for the target audience of volunteer rock art recorders.

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