Petroglyph Collection (#3)

USA, Utah. Wellington, Nine-mile Canyon, Petroglyphs at Daddy Canyon

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USA, Arizona, Canyon de Chelly, Petroglyphs

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USA, Arizona, Canyon de Chelly, Petroglyphs

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USA, Arizona, Canyon de Chelly, Petroglyphs

A rocky pile in Petrified Forest National Park called Newspaper Rock, where some rocks have petroglyphs, Arizona, United States of America, North America

USA, Arizona, V-Bar V-Heritage Site, Petroglyphs, made AD 1450-1800
USA, Arizona, V-Bar V-Heritage Site, Petroglyph s, made AD 1450-1800

USA, California, Owens Valley. Petroglyphs covering boulder at night. Credit as: Dennis Flaherty / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont.com

USA, New Mexico, Three Rivers Petroglyph Site. Petroglyphs on boulder and snowy Sacramento Mountains. Credit as: Cathy & Gordon Illg / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

USA, California, Owens Valley. Native American petroglyphs at night. Credit as: Dennis Flaherty / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Iran, Shiraz, Persepolis. Persepolis aka Takht-e Jamshid or Throne of Jamshid. Bas relief carvings remain one of the highlights of this ruined capital of the Achaemenian Empire started by Darius I

The primitive artists-Paviotso, c1924. Creator: Edward Sheriff Curtis
The primitive artists-Paviotso, c1924. Paviotso man standing, marking side of glacial boulder that already has petroglyphs on it

Ancient artist at work in a cave, Kazakhstan area
Andronovo culture, ancient artist painting petroglyphs on the rocks, conveying the culture and customs of the times, Kazakhstan area. Others watch, or help by supplying light from a flaming torch

Native American Indian Fremont Petroglyphs Sandstone Mountain Capitol Reef National
Native American Fremont Petroglyphs carvings in Sandstone, Capitol Reef National Park, Torrey, Utah

Symbols representing Fremont, Anasazi, Navajo and Anglo cultures record 2, 000 years of human activity, Newspaper Rock Historical Monument, Utah

Petroglyph of a coyote or wolf, New Mexico
Native American petroglyph of a coyote or a wolf near Galisteo, New Mexico. Photograph

Utah, United States Of America; Indian Rock Art In Capitol Reef National Park

Libya, Fezzan, Messak Settafet. A petroglyph of felines, known as the dancing cats -stands by a ledge high above Wadi Mathendusch

Ancient Native American petroglyphs in Petrified Forest National Park, AZ
Ancient Native American petroglyphs in Petrified Forest National Park, Arizona

Guatemala, Quirigua. Mayan stelae at Quirigua Archaeological Park (UNESCO World Heritage SIte)
Guatemala, Quirigua. Mayan stele at Quirigua Archaeological Park (UNESCO World Heritage Site), Guatemala

Africa, Namibia, Palmwag. Running springboks with one in mid-jump
Running springboks in mid-jump, Palmwag, Namibia. Credit as: Bill Young / Jaynes Gallery / DanitaDelimont

Giraffe, rock carvings of the San people, Damaraland, Kunene Region, Namibia

Ute rock art petroglyphs, Arches National Park, Utah, United States of America, North America

SWEDEN. Tanum. Litsleby Rock. The god of spear and boats. Bronze Age. Cave; Petroglyph

NORWAY. Begby. Boats (1000 BC. ). Bronze Age
NORWAY. Begby. Boats (1000 BC.). Bronze Age

Native Americans on horseback petroglyph
Petroglyphs of Native Americans hunting on horseback, Canyon de Chelly, Arizona. Photograph

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Petroglyphs of human and animal figures on a basalt boulder overlooking the Salt River, San Carlos Apache Reservation, Arizona. Digital photograph

Petroglyph of a bears paw near Albuquerque, New Mexico
Bear paw petroglyph on basalt, Petroglyph State Park, New Mexico. Digital photograph

Petroglyph of a bird eating a snake, New Mexico
Bird, probably a roadrunner, consuming a snake, Petroglyph State Park, New Mexico. Digital photograph

Thunderbird petroglyph near Albuquerque, New Mexico
Native American thunderbird petroglyph on basalt, Petroglyph State Park, New Mexico. Digital photograph

Petroglyph near Albuquerque, New Mexico
Native American petroglyph of a bird on basalt, Petroglyph State Park, New Mexico. Digital photograph

Petroglyphs in Lobo Canyon, NM
Native American petroglyphs in Lobo Canyon, Cebolla Wilderness, New Mexico. Digital photograph

Petroglyph of the Jornada-Mogollon culture, NM
Big-horned sheep Jornada-Mogollon petroglyph at Three Rivers site, New Mexico. Digital photograph

Petroglyphs of the Jornada-Mogollon culture, NM
Thunderhead Jornada-Mogollon petroglyph at Three Rivers site, New Mexico. Digital photograph

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Petroglyphs of a plumed serpent (right) and a human figure near Galisteo, New Mexico. Photograph

Macaw Petroglyph at Petroglyph National Monument Albuqurque New Mexico USA

Hummingbird Petroglyph at Petroglyph National Monument Albuqurque New Mexico USA

Petroglyph, Alabama Hills, Inyo National Forest, California, United States of America, North America

Superb rock painting in the Jebel Acacus in the Libyan Sahara depicting women, ostriches, cattle and flowers

Rock painting depicting domestic cattle in the Jebel Acacus in the Libyan Sahara, Libya

The rock paintings at Nyero in southeast Uganda are among the most interesting in East Africa. A large shelter wall displays concentric circles

Overview of Bushman petroglyphs near caves formations at Twyfelfontein (doubtful fountain) c3000BC Overview of Bushman petroglyphs near caves formations at Twyfelfontein (doubtful fountain) c3000BC

Bushman Rhino Petroglyph near caves formations at Twyfelfontein (doubtful fountain) c3000BC Bushman Rhino Petroglyph near caves formations at Twyfelfontein (doubtful fountain) c3000BC

Carving of Pharoah on entrance pylon to Temple of Karnak

Carved Petroglyph (People, deers, elks, birds, boots and circles), 4th-3rd millenium BC. Russian Forest Cultures. Found in the collection of the State Hermitage, St. Petersburg

United States. Bandelier National Monument. Anasazi Culture, ancestrals Pueblo Indians. Detail of an petroglyph. State of New Mexico

United States. Boca Negra Canyon. Petroglyph National Monument. Near Albuquerque. State of New Mexico

Boca Negra Canyon in the Petroglyph National Monument. Around Albuquerque. New Mexico. USA

Reproduction of an old adobe ovens for making bread. Petroglyph National Monument. Near Albuquerque. State of New Mexico. United States

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Discover the ancient art of petroglyphs, etched into the rugged landscapes of Utah's Wellington and Nine-mile Canyon. Journey through time as you explore the mesmerizing Great Hunt Petroglyphs at Cottonwood Canyon, where intricate carvings depict scenes from a bygone era. Marvel at the exquisite details of the Great Gallery in Horseshoe Canyon, nestled within the majestic beauty of Canyonlands National Park. Immerse yourself in Ute Rock Art near Wolfe Ranch in Arches National Park, where petroglyphs tell stories of indigenous cultures that have long called this land home. Travel across continents to South Africa's Ladybrand region, where rock paintings created by San Bushmen stand as a testament to their rich heritage. Embark on an adventure to Egypt's Abu Simbel and witness the illuminated facade of Queen Nefertari's Small Temple of Hathor. Feel awe-struck as you encounter petroglyphs scattered throughout Nevada's Gold Butte, showcasing depictions ranging from bighorn sheep to geometric patterns. Delve into history at Giants Castle World Heritage site in South Africa's Drakensberg Mountains, where Main Cave-San Rock Art offers glimpses into ancient traditions and beliefs. Explore Capitol Reef National Park and uncover Native American Indian Fremont Petroglyphs adorning Sandstone Mountain. Uncover enigmatic wonders at Mystery Valley Petroglyph Monument Valley in Arizona, USA - each carving shrouded with intrigue waiting for your interpretation. Encounter a thunderbird petroglyph near Albuquerque, New Mexico; its presence evoking both reverence and wonder. Finally, journey to Twyfelfontein in Namibia and marvel at rock engravings dating back thousands of years - silent witnesses to humanity’s early existence on Earth. These petroglyph sites across diverse corners of our planet serve as windows into our shared past – testaments to human creativity and connection transcending time itself.