{"product_id":"mas-d-azil-spearthrower-replica","title":"Mas d’Azil Spearthrower Replica – Faon aux Oiseaux","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMas d’Azil\u003c\/strong\u003e spearthrower known as the \u003cem\u003eFaon aux Oiseaux\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the most distinctive examples of decorated hunting equipment from the European Upper Paleolithic.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscovered in the Mas-d’Azil cave in Ariège, southern France, the original belongs to the Middle Magdalenian and was carved from reindeer antler. It combines the functional structure of a prehistoric spearthrower with an elaborate sculptural composition, making it an important example of Paleolithic portable art. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpearthrowers, also known as propulseurs, acted as extensions of the throwing arm, helping to propel long projectiles with greater force. European Paleolithic examples were commonly made with a wooden handle and a distal element in reindeer antler, bone or ivory. The organic wooden components rarely survive archaeologically. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mas d’Azil example is traditionally known as the \u003cem\u003eFaon aux Oiseaux\u003c\/em\u003e or “Fawn with Birds.” The sculpted animal is shown in profile with its head turned toward the rear, accompanied by a distinctive hooked composition traditionally interpreted as birds. The species represented remains debated, with interpretations including a young isard or ibex rather than a deer. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLayered ivory, beige, ochre and earthy brown tones are applied to emphasize the sculpted volumes, engraved lines and irregular surface of the piece. Darker pigments settle into the recesses and incisions, while raised areas retain lighter worn tones, recreating the visual character of aged carved antler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause every piece is finished individually, subtle variations in coloration and surface markings may occur between replicas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts combination of prehistoric technology and figurative sculpture makes this reproduction particularly relevant to collections focused on Paleolithic art, Magdalenian material culture, prehistoric hunting technology and European archaeology, as well as educational displays and specialist collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvailable Options:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMAS D’AZIL – INDIVIDUAL:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27 × 13 × 2.5 cm \/ 10.63 × 5.12 × 0.98 in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 109 g \/ 3.84 oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Individually hand-painted and hand-finished\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPEARTHROWER SET – 2 PIECES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMas d’Azil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Faon aux Oiseaux\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBruniquel Horse\u003c\/strong\u003e Spearthrower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set brings together two decorated Paleolithic spearthrowers associated with the Magdalenian period, combining prehistoric hunting technology with figurative portable art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach reproduction is individually hand-painted and hand-finished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCustoms Notice:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImport duties and taxes are not included in the item price or shipping cost. Any customs fees or import charges are the responsibility of the buyer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Post Mortem Cult","offers":[{"title":"MAS D’AZIL – INDIVIDUAL","offer_id":58740560658696,"sku":"PMC-PA-09","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"COLLECTOR PACK – BRUNIQUEL \u0026 MAS-D’AZIL PROPULSEURS","offer_id":58740560691464,"sku":"PMC-PA-PACK-02","price":80.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0880\/3372\/2632\/files\/Propulsor_Mas_d_Azil_1.jpg?v=1789426242","url":"https:\/\/postmortemcult.com\/products\/mas-d-azil-spearthrower-replica","provider":"Post Mortem Cult","version":"1.0","type":"link"}