Pictographs Collection (page 3)

Le Thot replica of Lascaux cave painting C013 / 7374
Le Thot replica of Lascaux cave painting. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963. As well as the full Lascaux II replica

Lascaux cave paintings replica workshop C013 / 7371
Lascaux cave paintings replica workshop. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963, with the Lascaux II replica opening nearby in 1983

Le Thot replica of Lascaux cave painting C013 / 7373
Le Thot replica of Lascaux cave painting. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963. As well as the full Lascaux II replica

Restoring Lascaux cave paintings replica C013 / 7362
Restoring Lascaux cave paintings replica. The original Lascaux cave was closed to the public in 1963, with the Lascaux II replica opening nearby in 1983

Abstract pre-Columbian rock painting C013 / 5026
Abstract pre-Columbian rock painting. The pre-Columbian era refers to all civilisations in the Americas prior to the conquests or declines that followed contact being made between the New World

Animal pictographic frieze, Libya
Pictographs of animals and humans on a cavewall in eastern Libya near Magidet. The frieze depicts subjects in different styles indicating that they were perhaps painted at different times

Native American anthropomorths. Various images of the human form (anthropomorths) found in Native American rock art. These anthropomorths were found in both petroglyphs (rock carving)

Evolution of cuneiform writing
Evolution of Cuneiform writing from 3000BC to 1000BC. Cuneiform is the earliest known writing system. It began as a pictograph system used by the Summerians and consisted of wedge-shaped characters

Hand pictographs, Honanki Heritage Site, Coconino National Forest, Arizona, United States of America, North America

Pictographs, Honanki Heritage Site, Coconino National Forest, Arizona, United States of America, North America

Pictographs, Palatki Heritage Site, Coconino National Forest, Arizona, United States of America, North America

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

Giant Intaglio Pictographs, Californian Desert, 1932
Aerial photograph showing some gigantic intaglio pictographs found in the Californian desert, 1932. These intaglio pictographs were formed by an unknown artist

Mayan Manuscript
A reproduction of a Mayan manuscript held at the Landesbibliothek in Dresden. Date: 8th or 9th century AD

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"Pictographs: Unveiling the Ancient Language of Symbols" Step back in time and explore the fascinating world of pictographs, a universal language that transcends borders and cultures. From the intricate replicas of Lascaux II cave paintings in France to the Barrier Style pictographs found in Sego Canyon, Utah, these visual representations offer a glimpse into our ancestors' lives. Travel to Mesopotamia, where clay tablets adorned with meticulously drawn pictographs reveal glimpses of daily life in ancient Iraq. Witness the power of storytelling through Winter counts on buffalo robes, capturing historical events and traditions within Native American communities. Delve into the Egyptian and Assyrian counting systems, where symbols were used to record numbers and calculations. Marvel at the Obelisk of King Adad-Nirari III, an imposing structure etched with enigmatic pictographic inscriptions. Discover early writing systems as you examine clay tablets filled with administrative records adorned with primitive yet expressive pictographs. Journey to Twyfelfontein in Namibia's Damaraland region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site boasting stunning rock art featuring intricate African pictographs. Immerse yourself in Native American culture as you encounter vividly painted pictographs adorning Council Rocks in Arizona's Coronado National Forest. Gain insight into Oglala Chiefs through vibrant lithographic depictions that capture their strength and leadership. Witness how even commercial endeavors embraced this ancient form of communication as Battiste Goods Cycles showcases colorful lithographic advertisements using captivating pictograms. Pictographs serve as a bridge between past civilizations and modern understanding—a testament to humanity's innate desire for expression and communication across time and space. Explore these timeless symbols that continue to captivate our imagination today.