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Stone Age man, early 20th century artwork
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Stone Age man, early 20th century artwork
Stone Age man hunting a mammoth (upper left), wearing animal furs and carrying a spear, club and flint knife. Stone tools are among the earliest used by humans. Animal furs were worn in cold climates, such as existed during the last Ice Age. Woolly mammoths are examples of the megafauna that existed during the Pleistocene epoch from 1.8 million years ago until they went extinct around 10, 000 years ago at the end of the Ice Age. This extinction may have been due to hunting by humans. This artwork is from a French school textbook, dating from the early 20th century
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This artwork from the early 20th century takes us back in time to the Stone Age, showcasing a stone age man on a mammoth hunting expedition. The upper left corner of the print captures the intense scene of this skilled hunter adorned in animal furs, armed with a spear, club, and flint knife. These stone tools were among the earliest used by humans and played a crucial role in their survival. The illustration also highlights the significance of animal furs during cold climates like those experienced during the last Ice Age. Woolly mammoths, majestic creatures that roamed during the Pleistocene epoch around 1.8 million years ago until their extinction at the end of the Ice Age approximately 10,000 years ago are depicted as prey for these resourceful hunters. Interestingly, it is believed that human hunting may have contributed to their eventual extinction. This thought-provoking artwork originates from a French school textbook and offers valuable insights into our ancestors' way of life. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported to an era long gone but not forgotten—a time when mankind relied on primitive yet effective tools to survive amidst harsh conditions. It serves as a reminder of our shared history and deepens our understanding of anthropology and paleontology while igniting curiosity about prehistoric times.
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