Art of Cave Dweller

Book Details:

• ISBN: 8170200962
• Author: G. B. Brown
• Pages: 190 pp
• Year of Publishing: 1988
• Binding: Hard Bound
• Publisher: COSMO PUBLICATIONS

Description:

This book delves into the artistic aspect of primitive culture, specifically during the ancient or Paleolithic period, a time when art was deeply intertwined with the survival instincts and rituals of the human species. While many books have focused on the captivating artistic features of prehistoric times, this volume takes a detailed look at the complexities behind these ancient representations, particularly the portrayal of animals in cave paintings.

G. B. Brown explores the delicate balance between the artistic and non-artistic elements of these paintings, raising questions about the underlying motives, desires, and magical significance behind these representations. He provides a comprehensive analysis of prehistoric activities, zoology, anthropology, and the earliest uses of pigment. Key chapters cover various subjects like accident at resemblances, criteria of chronology, phyllomorphic designs, the freedom of art, the quality of designs, and the origins of patterns.

The book goes beyond the study of animal art, covering the broader scope of prehistoric human life, offering invaluable insights into the origins, progress, and development of art. This work is an essential resource for anthropologists, sociologists, artists, and scholars interested in understanding the early roots of human creativity.