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Rude stone monuments in all countries; their age and uses

Fergusson, James, 1808-1886 · 1872 · London, J. Murray · 188 pictures

A 1872 London survey by James Fergusson, published by J. Murray, cataloguing prehistoric megalithic monuments worldwide to argue about their age and purpose. The pictures are wood-engraved views of standing stones, a stone-built passage or chamber, a capstone resting on uprights, and a ground plan drawn with dashed outlines; their sketchy hatching and monochrome tone suit designers seeking antique archaeological imagery for historical or mysterious themes.

Megalithic monuments

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