In archaeology, cave paintings are a type of parietal art (which category also includes petroglyphs, or engravings), found on the wall or ceilings of caves. The term usually implies prehistoric origin.

Dec 20, 2025 · Cave art, generally, the numerous paintings and engravings found in caves and shelters dating back to the Ice Age, roughly between 40,000 and 14,000 years ago. The total …

Cave Art (or Paleolithic Art) is a broad term for the earliest known art-making in human history. This movement is perhaps best-known today for the paintings found on the walls of many …

Jul 14, 2022 · Paleolithic art refers specifically to various cave paintings, engravings, petroglyphs, and cave drawings found on the walls of caves spanning parts of Europe, Africa, and Eurasia.

Apr 8, 2025 · The Magura Cave is one of the largest caves in Bulgaria located in the northwest part of the country. The cave walls are decorated by prehistoric cave paintings dating back …

May 7, 2025 · Many ancient cave paintings show incredible skill and are well-preserved despite being thousands of years old. Different caves house paintings with unique histories, like …

Oct 19, 2023 · From human hands to now-extinct animals, cave art gives us a glimpse into prehistoric life. Who created cave art, and what was its initial purpose? Explore the paintings …