Can understand it also, as:
Cave art, Stone Age art

Categorize it as:
Impressionism, Modernism

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Detailed Description

Prehistoric art is a term used to describe the earliest known art created by humans. This art dates back to the Paleolithic era, which began around 40,000 years ago. The art from this period is characterized by its simple designs and use of natural materials. Some of the most famous prehistoric artworks include the cave paintings at Lascaux and Chauvet in France, and the Venus of Willendorf in Austria. These paintings provide a rare glimpse into the lives of our ancestors and their belief systems. Prehistoric art is an important part of human history. It helps us to understand the development of our species and the way we see the world.

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1. Prehistoric art refers to the period before written history.
2. The earliest known examples of prehistoric art date back to the Upper Paleolithic period, around 40,000 years ago.
3. Prehistoric art is often characterized by its use of natural materials, such as stone, bone, and wood.
4. Common motifs in prehistoric art include animals, hunting scenes, and fertility symbols.
5. Prehistoric art was created for a variety of purposes, including religious and ceremonial purposes, as well as for practical purposes such as toolmaking.
6. The first known examples of prehistoric art were found in the Chauvet Cave in France, which contains some of the oldest known cave paintings.
7. Other notable examples of prehistoric art include the cave paintings at Lascaux in France, and the Venus of Willendorf, a small statuette found in Austria.
8. Prehistoric art is significant because it provides a rare glimpse into the lives and beliefs of early humans.
9. Prehistoric art is often studied alongside other disciplines such as archaeology and anthropology.
10. The study of prehistoric art is known as archaeoart.
11. The term "prehistoric art" is sometimes used to refer to art from cultures that did not have a written language, such as the Inca, Maya, and Aztec.
12. Prehistoric art is not limited to cave paintings and sculptures; it also includes pottery, jewelry, and other objects.
13. Prehistoric art is found in many different parts of the world, including Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
14. Prehistoric art has been the subject of many books and articles, as well as a number of exhibitions.
15. Prehistoric art is often divided into three main periods: the Paleolithic, Mesolithic, and Neolithic.
16. The Paleolithic period is the earliest of the three, lasting from around 2.6 million years ago to 10,000 BCE.
17. The Mesolithic period lasted from 10,000 to 5,000 BCE, and is characterized by the development of pottery and the use of polished stone tools.
18. The Neolithic period began around 5,000 BCE and lasted until around 3,000 BCE. It is characterized by the development of agriculture and the domestication of animals.
19. Prehistoric art is sometimes divided into additional periods, such as the Upper Paleolithic and the Lower Paleolithic.
20. Prehistoric art is a significant field of study, and new discoveries are made every year.
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Artists (be aware, speculation possible):

1. Lascaux Cave Paintings (c. 15,000 BCE) 2. Venus of Willendorf (c. 25,000-20,000 BCE) 3. Chauvet Cave Paintings (c. 30,000 BCE) 4. Venus of Lespugue (c. 25,000-20,000 BCE) 5. Venus of Brassempouy (c. 25,000-20,000 BCE) 6. Lion Man of Hohlenstein-Stadel (c. 38,000-33,000 BCE) 7. Woolly Mammoth in Chauvet Cave (c. 30,000 BCE) 8. Cave of the Hands in Santa Cruz Province, Argentina (c. 13,000 BCE) 9. El Castillo Cave Paintings, Cantabria, Spain (c. 39,000 BCE) 10. Altamira Cave Paintings, Cantabria, Spain (c. 35,000 BCE) 11. Creswell Crags, Derbyshire, England (c. 12,800 BCE) 12. Swimming Reindeer, France (c. 13,000 BCE) 13. The White Lady of Olorgesailie, Kenya (c. 10,000 BCE) 14. Hohle Fels Cave, Germany (c. 40,000 BCE) 15. Tan-Tan, Morocco (c. 200,000 BCE)

Artworks (be aware, speculation possible)

1. Lascaux Cave Paintings – c. 15,000 BCE 2. Venus of Willendorf – c. 25,000-20,000 BCE 3. Chauvet Cave Paintings – c. 30,000 BCE 4. Venus of Lespugue – c. 25,000-20,000 BCE 5. Lion Man of Hohlenstein-Stadel – c. 38,000-33,000 BCE 6. Altamira Cave Paintings – c. 18,000 BCE 7. Venus of Laussel – c. 25,000-20,000 BCE 8. Bison Licking a Man – c. 11,000-10,000 BCE 9. The Swimming Reindeer – c. 13,000 BCE 10. The Cave of the Hands – c. 9,000-13,000 BCE 11. The Sorcerer – c. 15,000-10,000 BCE 12. The Venus of Hohle Fels – c. 35,000-40,000 BCE 13. The Lioness with Human Hands – c. 11,000-10,000 BCE 14. The Cave of the Dancing Women – c. 10,000-8,000 BCE 15. The Venus of Tan-Tan – c. 200,000-500,000 BCE

Epoch

Prehistoric Art covers a wide range of art styles that were created during the Prehistoric period. This period includes the Stone Age, the Bronze Age, and the Iron Age.