"…ad portum cui nomen est Quentavic” – a portus among the emporia ?
(2023) New Light on Emporia and Networks — Location: Aarhus University (2023.October.26AD)
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- Although Quentovic has been explored since the 1980’s by means of test pits and preventive archaeology, until now there has been no overall view of the site. This work, which has now been completed, has made it possible to define four major phases of occupation and a diachronic spatial analysis between the end of the 6th century and the 10th century. In addition, a regressive landscape analysis applied to the whole of the lower Canche valley has placed Quentovic in its contemporary environment, providing an insight into the resources available for its development and its integration into the trade flows of the early Middle Ages. The results of the Northern Emporium project could have three major implications for research into Quentovic. Firstly, the implementation of a - however hypothetical - programmed excavation, using high-definition field methods and an exhaustive post-excavation study is an example of the wealth, finesse and quality of information that such an undertaking can provide. Secondly, it is crucial to compare the characteristics of the finds assemblages from Quentovic in regards to the other contemporaneous emporia, within long distance networks. In addition, the results obtained now serve as a guideline for defining, within the various emporia, the development of specialised production closely linked to the resources available and their integration into market exchanges.
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Leroy, I., Verslype, L., & et al. (2023). “…ad portum cui nomen est Quentavic” – a portus among the emporia ? New Light on Emporia and Networks, Aarhus University. https://hdl.handle.net/2078.5/233968