Adze (C)
Layer: C
Vector 1
Type: context Relation: craft tradition
Vector 2
Type: relation Relation: material culture
Vector 3
Type: expression Relation: skilled practice
Description
An adze appears in cultural and historical contexts as a recognizable symbol of woodworking traditions. It is associated with communities that rely on skilled manual shaping to build structures boats or tools. In this layer the adze gains meaning through its relationship to material culture where craftsmanship reflects identity and continuity. The tool expresses a form of practice that values patience rhythm and embodied knowledge. Its presence in archaeological records shows how societies developed techniques suited to their available resources. The adze becomes a contextual marker that connects physical objects to the people who shaped them. It illustrates how tools carry stories of labour adaptation and shared expertise. Through this lens the adze is not only an instrument but also a cultural expression of human engagement with material environments.
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