Abstract

We present the result of the study of archaeological objects made of schist from both Dorset and Thule sites of Nunavik as well as an experimental methodology aimed at understanding the modes of production of tools made of schist. The production of ulus and "polished knives" is particularly focused upon. We compare the results of this technological analysis with the typological distinctions that have been established between Palaeoeskimo and Neoeskimo schist tools. Our results show the existence of many production methods and contribute to a better definition of each of these periods.