Altamira Cave Painting Of A Bison
by Javier Truebamsf
Title
Altamira Cave Painting Of A Bison
Artist
Javier Truebamsf
Medium
Photograph - Photograph
Description
Cave painting of a bison in the Altamira cave, Spain. This cave contains several paintings of bisons, horses, deer and other animals that inhabited the area at the time, made using ochre, charcoal and haematite. The paintings were made in the upper palaeolithic (stone age) period, specifically in Solutrean (around 18,500 years ago) and Magdelenean (16,500-14,000 years ago) times. The cave was unoccupied by humans between these times. As well as the paintings, numerous artifacts from the two cultures were found. The cave was sealed by a rockfall some 13,000 years ago, and was rediscovered in the 1870s, after nearby quarry blasting disturbed the rocks.
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May 7th, 2013
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Adriana Garces
Wonderful capture and just the right amount of mood in shadows...I like the story behind it very much! Besides, it appears very well preserved. Just imagine, artists and art lovers like ourselves in those days :) Although it's seen as more historical renderings, I believe not everyone had the skills to draw that well and were most likely praised for their fine abilities. Best wishes Javier! L/F
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