What are cave paintings?
beautiful detailed and colorful representations found on the inside of cave walls and ceilings
Name several common themes found in cave paintings?
large animals such as bison horses deer tracing of human hands and abstract patterns
How were these paintings created (tools, pigments)?
paints were made from mixing water,plant juice,animal blood,sail,charcoal and hematite a form of iron oxide. brushes were made putting together sticks,small stones,leaves and animal hair.
What is the most famous cave painting site? When was it discovered and by whom?Post an example of cave painting(s) from this cave.
Why did this cave have to be closed? What was done to satisfy public curiosity?
because the paintings were being damaged by the carbon dioxide emitted from the tourist. to satisfy the public interest the french government created lascaux 2
Post an example of cave painting(s) from Altamira cave.
In Altamira cave, why do most of the paintings have a red hue?
because of the red clay in the soil
Who discovered this site? How old are the paintings confirmed to be?
Marceline Sanz De Sautuola and his daughter Maria made 19000 years ago
What is the oldest known cave painting site? When was it discovered and by whom?Post an example of cave painting(s) from this cave.
What was different about the painting techniques at this site?
walls were scrapped clear of debris and a 3D effect was created by etching around the edges
What is "speleology"?
mans first attempt to communicate with image and symbol
What three reasons do archeologists and historians believe prehistoric man created cave paintings?
1. to tell a story or recount and event that already happened
2. as an instructional visual aids to help teach about hunting techniques
3. created for magical or religious reasons that if an image of a desired event were painted it might come true
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