Marsoulas cave painting replica C013 / 7415
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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. The paintings date from around 12, 000 years ago, at the time of the early modern human Magdalenian culture. Animals depicted here include bison, ibexes, deer and horses. The cave has been closed to the public to prevent damage, and these replicas, by the artists Gilles Tosello and Alain Dalis, are displayed in the prehistoric visitors centre in Tarascon-sur-Ariege
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This print showcases the Marsoulas cave painting replica C013/7415, a faithful reproduction of one of the remarkable prehistoric cave paintings found in the Great Hall of the Buffalo within the Marsoulas cave in the French Pyrenees. Dating back approximately 12,000 years to the Magdalenian culture, these ancient artworks provide a glimpse into early human civilization. The replica, skillfully crafted by artists Gilles Tosello and Alain Dalis, allows us to appreciate and study these invaluable historical treasures while preserving their original counterparts. The animals depicted on this particular replica include majestic bison, agile ibexes, graceful deer, and elegant horses - all emblematic creatures that roamed during that era. Due to concerns about preservation and potential damage caused by public access, the actual Marsoulas cave remains closed off from visitors. However, thanks to replicas like this one displayed at Tarascon-sur-Ariege's prehistoric visitors center in France, we can still marvel at these extraordinary works of art. This photograph not only captures an exquisite piece of European history but also serves as a testament to humanity's enduring fascination with our past. It symbolizes our ongoing efforts in anthropology and paleontology to unravel mysteries from our Stone Age ancestors' lives. As we delve deeper into understanding their world through pictographs such as these, we gain valuable insights into our own origins and cultural development throughout time.
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