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Secrets of the Stone Age: Cave Art and Rituals in Prehistoric Europe
<p>Step inside the painted caves of prehistoric Europe to uncover the mysteries of early human creativity. Explore iconic sites like Lascaux and Chauvet, and discover the rituals, symbols, and beliefs
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Step inside the painted caves of prehistoric Europe to uncover the mysteries of early human creativity. Explore iconic sites like Lascaux and Chauvet, and discover the rituals, symbols, and beliefs behind these breathtaking works of art. This session reveals how ancient people expressed their world through powerful imagery.
DELIVERY MODE
- Face-to-Face / Online
COURSE OUTLINE
- Introduction to the Upper Paleolithic period in Europe
- Discovery and dating of major cave art sites
- Case studies: Lascaux, Chauvet, Altamira, and others
- Materials, techniques, and methods used by prehistoric painters
- Themes and motifs: animals, human figures, symbols, handprints
- Theories and interpretations: ritual use, shamanism, storytelling, initiation rites
- The legacy of Stone Age art and its role in human cultural development
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, student should be able to:
- Identify major European cave art sites and their significance
- Describe common themes and motifs found in Paleolithic cave art
- Understand current theories on the purpose and meaning of cave paintings
- Discuss how ritual, symbolism, and early belief systems shaped artistic expression
Magdalena Tausch
Magdalena Tausch is an archaeologist, museum educator, tour guide and graphic designer whose passion for uncovering the past spans more than a decade and 11 archaeological projects across...