prehistoric art

A visual guide to tribal art collectibles from Africa, Oceania, and the Americas, providing overviews and discussion of some of the major elements of the cultures of each region, profiles of key art-producing countries, and examples of representative work, each with measurements, price range, and date of production. Includes sidebars and maps.

Examines the art of prehistoric times, including paintings, reliefs, sculptures, and pottery that has been found around the world.

An illustrated exploration of the ancient rock art of Africa, providing information about the land and people of Africa, the discovery of rock art, and its styles, subjects, sites, and dating; and looking at the paintings and engravings found in specific regions of Africa.

Examines Lascaux--the French cave containing Old Stone Agewall paintings of bison, deer, and horses--from geologic, archaeological, and artistic perspectives, and maps its contents.

Examines the art of prehistoric times, including paintings, reliefs, sculptures, and pottery that has been found around the world.