La Grotte Chauvet À Vallon Pont D'arc by Jean-Marie Chauvet
The book provides an in-depth exploration of the Chauvet Cave, discovered in 1994 in the Ardèche region of southern France, which houses some of the oldest known prehistoric cave paintings. It details the discovery and significance of the cave's artwork, which dates back approximately 32,000 years, offering insights into the lives and environments of early human societies. The author, a key figure in the cave's discovery, combines scientific analysis with vivid photographic documentation to present a comprehensive study of the cave's intricate depictions of ancient animals and human figures, emphasizing the artistic sophistication and cultural complexities of our Paleolithic ancestors.
The 9782nd greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1995
- Nationality
- French
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- Unknown
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- French
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