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What is the origin of prehistoric cave art?
Prehistoric men created it.
How old are the oldest known paintings?
Approximately 32,000 years old.
In which country have cave paintings of antelopes been discovered?
Cave art likely served ______ purposes, potentially linked to Shamanic beliefs.
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What is the first art form considered in Egyptian art?
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Which period in Egyptian art depicts local wars and animal life?
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What unique structure is considered the first 'true pyramid' built by the Egyptians?
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Greece is known as 'The Glory that was Greece'.
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What principle was fundamental to Greek culture?
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What civilization is known for advanced use of bronze and gold led by King Minos?
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Which Greek art period is marked by experimentation and large decorated vases?
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Match the following Greek architectural orders with their descriptions:
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What major natural disasters contributed to the decline of the Minoan Civilization?
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Study Notes
Prehistoric Period/Cave Art
- Originates approximately 32,000 years ago with oldest known paintings in Grotte-Vhauvet, France.
- Artifacts reflect early human creativity, cultural expressions, and possibly religious or symbolic purposes.
- Notable cave paintings depict animals like horses, rhinoceroses, lions, buffalos, and mammoths.
- Additional significant site includes Altamira, Spain, known for antelope cave paintings.
- Ice Age cave art, prevalent in Europe, dates from approximately 40,000 to 14,000 years ago.
- Red pigments from iron oxides and black pigments from manganese dioxide and charcoal were commonly used.
Egyptian Painting
- Focuses on concepts over sensory experiences, integrating hieroglyphics as an early art form.
- Development stages include:
- Old Kingdom: Art associated with worship and afterlife.
- Middle Kingdom: Depicts local warfare, animal life, and social activities.
- New Kingdom: Found in rock tombs, illustrating funerals and pilgrimages.
- Architecture highlights include:
- Skilled construction of temples, palaces, and tombs.
- First use of stone columns with notable accuracy and geometric precision.
- Pyramids built during Old and Middle Kingdoms:
- Step Pyramid of Sakkara recognized as the first true pyramid.
- Great Pyramid of Giza, built by King Cheops, listed as one of the Seven Wonders.
- Temples served as homes of the gods for worship and rites related to agriculture.
- Sculpture characterized by larger depictions of pharaohs to exhibit power and cultural significance.
Greek Art and Civilization
- Greece referred to as "The Glory that was Greece" due to its impactful contributions to Western civilization.
- Principle of ARETE represents the pursuit of excellence and personal potential.
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Minoan Civilization (c. 2600 BCE):
- Ruled by King Minos, known for advanced bronze and gold use and palace of Knossos.
- Complex featured vibrant frescoes, skilled fresco painting, stone carving, ceramics, and maritime trade.
- Experienced decline due to natural disasters.
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Mycenaean Civilization (c. 1900 BCE):
- Dominated Crete and Greece with warrior kings and fortified cities.
- Adapted Minoan art styles and engaged in extensive trade with surrounding regions.
- Declined due to invasions by the Dorians.
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Greek Art Periods include:
- Archaic Period (c. 650-480 BCE): Characterized by experimentation and large decorated vases.
- Classical Period (c. 480-323 BCE): Peak of artistic and political influence.
- Hellenistic Period (c. 323-27 BCE): Initiated with Alexander the Great's death, influencing a broader cultural spread.
- Archaic Greek Pottery: Featured large vases with linear and geometric designs, along with figurines emphasizing the human body.
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Greek Architecture:
- Doric Order: Simple columns symbolizing strength.
- Ionic Order: Decorative capitals embodying grace.
- Corinthian Order: Most ornate, with floral capitals representing anxiety.
- Archaic Greek Sculpture: Influenced by Egyptian techniques with diverse materials and painting styles, including tempera.
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Explore the fascinating world of prehistoric art and cave paintings that date back over 32,000 years. This quiz delves into early human creativity and cultural expression through some of the oldest known artifacts. Test your knowledge about the origins and significance of these remarkable works of art.