Paleolithic Art: Cave Art
Articles about and images of western European cave paintings from the Paleolithic period.
The Cave of Lascaux
This is a wonderful resource from the French Government, especially considering that the cave is closed to the public. The site is loaded with information and high-quality graphics on the cave, including a virtual tour. There is also a large section of technical information on the paintings, themselves (techniques, themes, perspective, etc.). Highly recommended.
This is a wonderful resource from the French Government, especially considering that the cave is closed to the public. The site is loaded with information and high-quality graphics on the cave, including a virtual tour. There is also a large section of technical information on the paintings, themselves (techniques, themes, perspective, etc.). Highly recommended.
The Cave of Chauvet-Pont-d'Arc
Ditto of preceding description, with just a few less enhancements than the Lascaux site. Following the "Witnesses" link takes one to an interesting section of impressions from artists and anthropologists who have been allowed inside the cave.
Ditto of preceding description, with just a few less enhancements than the Lascaux site. Following the "Witnesses" link takes one to an interesting section of impressions from artists and anthropologists who have been allowed inside the cave.
The Cosquer Cave
Here's a unique cave in France: Its entrance is underwater. Enjoy a virtual tour to see paintings and engravings of land and sea animals, along with fifty-five hand stencils.
Here's a unique cave in France: Its entrance is underwater. Enjoy a virtual tour to see paintings and engravings of land and sea animals, along with fifty-five hand stencils.
Britain's First Cave Art
Science Now article gives details on that which three archaeologists say is the first Paleolithic cave art ever found in Great Britain.
Science Now article gives details on that which three archaeologists say is the first Paleolithic cave art ever found in Great Britain.
Oldest Lunar Calendar Identified
What could be the oldest lunar calendar ever created has been identified on the walls of the famous, prehistoric caves at Lascaux in France.
What could be the oldest lunar calendar ever created has been identified on the walls of the famous, prehistoric caves at Lascaux in France.
Cave Paintings
Another fine offering from Mark Harden's "Artchive". There are only three images available, but you can zoom in to huge high-resolution views.
Another fine offering from Mark Harden's "Artchive". There are only three images available, but you can zoom in to huge high-resolution views.