Cave Painting Collection (#5)

Stone engravings in stone desert, Libya, Sahara, North Africa

Stone engravings in the Libyan stone desert, elephants, Tassili Maridet, Libya, Sahara, North Africa

Ruins of the graves of Revash, Yerbabuena, Amazonas region, Peru, South America

Rock carvings of the San people, Damaraland, Kunene Region, Namibia

Rock Art in the Sahara
The Acacus mountains are an open-air museum with its well-preserved archaeological sites and thousands of rock inscriptions, rock carvings and petroglyphs

Three Animals, Rock painting in the Sahara
The Acacus mountains are an open-air museum with its well-preserved archaeological sites and thousands of rock inscriptions, rock carvings and petroglyphs

Rock paintings in the Sahara
The Acacus mountains are an open-air museum with its well-preserved archaeological sites and thousands of rock inscriptions, rock carvings and petroglyphs.The paintings date from 12000 B.C

Giraffe Rock Carving
Rock carving of a giraffe in the archaeological site called In Galghien, by the dry river Mathendush in western Libya. The region is the Fezzan and the mountain range is Tadrart Acacus

Giraffes carved in the sandstone
The Sahara desert is considered an open-air museum because of the thousands of rock carving, rock paintings and petroglyphs perfectly preserved throughout the centuries thanks to the dry climate of

The Siiq, path to Petra

Tombs along the cliff wall at Petra
Petra is a historical and archaeological city in the southern Jordanian governorate of Ma an that is famous for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit system

The Theater at Petra
Petra is a historical and archaeological city in the southern Jordanian governorate of Ma an that is famous for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit system

Petra is a historical and archaeological city in the southern Jordanian governorate of Ma an that is famous for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit system

Petra is a historical and archaeological city in the southern Jordanian governorate of Ma an that is famous for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit system

Petra is a historical and archaeological city in the southern Jordanian governorate of Ma an that is famous for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit system

Yungang Grottoes Datong
Yungang Grottoes, Statue of Buddha, and somking incense in Datong, Shanxi province, China

Ajanta Caves
Fresco Paintings at Ajanta Caves, Maharashtra, India

Ajanta Caves
Fresco Paintings at Ajanta Caves, Maharashtra, India

Ajanta Caves
Fresco paintings at Ajanta Caves, Maharashtra, India

Ajanta Caves
Fresco paintings at Ajanta Caves, Maharashtra, India

Ajanta Caves
Fresco paintings at Ajanta Caves, Maharashtra, India

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Rock engravings, Twyfelfontein, Damaraland, Namibia, Africa

Rano Kau - Easter Island
Birdman petroglyph, Rano Kau volcano, Honga Roa, Rapa Nui National Park, Easter Island, Chile, Unesco World Heritage Site

Stone Carvings, Angkor Wat
Stone carvings on a wall in the temple complex of Angkor Wat in Cambodia

Ancient rock engravings, Twyfelfontain, Namibia
Ancient petroglyphs located at Twyfelfontain, Namibia, Africa. UNESCO approved Twyfelfontain as Namibias first World Heritage Site in 2007

White Bull, Prehistoric Cave Painting, Lascaux. l France. NOTE: This image avail. up to 100MB. Call for details

Spain, Cantabria, Altamira Cave, Paleolithic Cave Art, painting depicting a bison
Spain - Cantabria - Altamira Cave (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1985). Paleolithic Cave Art of Northern Spain: painting depicting a bison

Monolithic cave paintings in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia, New Guinea, Southeast Asia, Asia

Prehistory, Bronze Age. Rock carvings in Kalnes, Norway. Detail with men on sledges
Prehistory - Bronze Age. Rock carvings in Kalnes, Norway. Detail with men on sledges

Sweden, Bohuslan region, Brastad, Backa archaeological site, Rock carvings dating back to Bronze Age
Sweden - Bohusljan region - Brastad - Backa archaeological site. Rock carvings dating back to the Bronze Age. Details with ships, sledge animals, human prints

Australia, Kimberley, Isdell Gorge, Aboriginal rock paintings: Wandjina (cloud and rain spirit)
Australia - The Kimberley - Isdell Gorge. Aboriginal rock paintings: Wandjina (cloud and rain spirit)

Chad, Ennedi Massif, cave paintings
Chad - Ennedi Massif, cave paintings

France, Lascaux Grottoes, Map with indicated cave paintings, Illustration
France - Lascaux Grottoes. Map with indicated cave paintings. Illustration

France, Aquitaine, Decorated Grottoes of Vezere Valley, Lascaux Grotto, restoration intervention on upper Paleolithic
France - Aquitaine - Decorated Grottoes of the Vezere Valley (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979). Lascaux Grotto, restoration intervention on upper Paleolithic cave painting

Australia, Northern Territory, Arnhem Land, Kakadu National Park, Nourlangie Rock, Aboriginal rock paintings
Australia - Northern Territory - Arnhem Land. Kakadu National Park (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1981), Nourlangie Rock, aboriginal rock paintings

Engraving representing human couple, symbol of fertility, Nordic Bronze Age rock carvings
Sweden - Tanum - Tanumshede (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1994) - Vitlycke Museum. Nordic Bronze Age rock carvings. Engraving representing a human couple, symbol of fertility

Italy, Sicily Region, surroundings of Palermo. Prehistory, paleolithic. Addaura Grottoe
Prehistory, Italy, Sicily Region, Paleolithic. Surroundings of Palermo. Addaura Grottoes, rock drawing with bovine figures

Egypt, West Thebes, Sheikh Adn el-Qurna. Tomb of Ramos. Wall drawings
Egypt - West Thebes (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979) - Sheikh Adn el-Qurna, Tomb of Ramos (New Kingdom, Dynasty XVIII). Wall drawings

Paleolithic Cave Art of Northern Spain depicting bison
Spain - Cantabria - Altamira Cave (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1985). Paleolithic Cave Art of Northern Spain: painting depicting a bison

Italy, Lombardy, camonica valley, petroglyphs on rock
Italy - Lombardy Region - Valcamonica - Naquane National Park (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1979). Prehistoric Camunian rock engravings, detail showing horses and man on horseback armed with spear

Spain, Cantabria, Altamira Cave, Upper Paleolithic cave paintings representing bison in black
Spain - Cantabria - Altamira Cave (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1985). Upper Paleolithic cave paintings: bison in black, detail

Upper Paleolithic cave paintings
Spain - Cantabria - Altamira Cave (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1985). Upper Paleolithic cave paintings

Prehistoric cave paintings, Chauvet C016 / 0575
Prehistoric cave paintings, Chauvet, France. These cave paintings of various animals are found in the Chauvet Cave, France. This is the site of the earliest known cave paintings (as of 2011)

Marsoulas cave painting replica C013 / 7416
Marsoulas cave painting replica. This is a replica of one of the prehistoric cave paintings in the Great Hall of the Buffalo, discovered in the Marsoulas cave in the French Pyrenees

Marsoulas cave painting replica C013 / 7415
Marsoulas cave painting replica. This is a replica of one of the prehistoric cave paintings in the Great Hall of the Buffalo, discovered in the Marsoulas cave in the French Pyrenees

Marsoulas cave painting replica C013 / 7414
Marsoulas cave painting replica. This is a replica of one of the prehistoric cave paintings in the Great Hall of the Buffalo, discovered in the Marsoulas cave in the French Pyrenees

Marsoulas cave painting replica C013 / 7413
Marsoulas cave painting replica. This is a replica of one of the prehistoric cave paintings in the Great Hall of the Buffalo, discovered in the Marsoulas cave in the French Pyrenees

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"Cave Painting: A Glimpse into the Ancient World" Step back in time and explore the captivating world of cave painting. From the intricate details of Lascaux II cave painting replica C013 / 7378 to the mesmerizing Stone-age cave paintings in Chauvet, France, these ancient artworks offer a window into our ancestors' lives. In Chauvet, France, stone-age artists left their mark on the walls with stunning depictions of animals and human figures. These masterpieces provide valuable insights into their culture and way of life. The Cave of Hands in Argentina showcases handprints that have endured for thousands of years, reminding us of our shared humanity across time. One cannot mention cave painting without acknowledging the renowned Lascaux cave paintings in Aquitaine, France. With its depiction of bulls and horses etched onto rock surfaces, this site has become an iconic symbol representing prehistoric artistry. The White Lady rock painting found in Maack's is another fascinating example that captivates archaeologists and enthusiasts alike. Its mysterious allure invites speculation about its meaning and purpose within ancient societies. As we delve deeper into history through these remarkable sites like UNESCO World Heritage Site Cueva de las Manos (Cave of Hands), we gain a profound appreciation for our ancestors' creativity and ingenuity. Their ability to convey stories through vivid imagery speaks volumes about their connection to nature and spirituality. Each stroke on these caves tells a story untold for centuries until rediscovered by modern explorers. They remind us that art transcends time; it is a universal language capable of bridging gaps between past civilizations and present-day observers. So let us marvel at these stone-age wonders from Chauvet to Lascaux as they continue to inspire awe and ignite curiosity within all who encounter them. Through their preservation efforts, we can cherish these glimpses into our collective human heritage forevermore.