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Making faces using forensic and archaeological evidence
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Making faces using forensic and archaeological evidence

by John Prag, Richard Neave

This book details the facial reconstruction of ancient individuals using archaeological and medical evidence. It explores the historical circumstances surrounding each subject, including Lindow Man, an Etruscan noblewoman, and King Midas.

Accession 1964 ISBN 0714127159 Publisher British Museum
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