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Venus of Willendorf. Paleolithic art
Venus of Willendorf. 23rd mil. BC. Representation of fertility. Upper Paleolithic. Gravettian. Sculpture on rock. AUSTRIA. VIENNA. Vienna. Natural History Museum. Proc: AUSTRIA. LOWER AUSTRIA. Willendorf
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23rd Austria Austrian Austrians Feminine Fertility Figures Insides Lower Paleolithic Prehistoric Prehistorical Prehistory Proc Representation Sculptures Statues Upright Venus Vienna Europeans Gravettian Persons Upper
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Bring a touch of ancient wisdom and timeless beauty to your correspondence with our Venus of Willendorf Greeting Cards from Media Storehouse. This exquisite design showcases the famous Paleolithic sculpture of Venus, discovered in Austria over 100 years ago. This prehistoric representation of fertility, dating back to the 23rd millennium BC, is a testament to the artistic prowess of our ancestors. With its intricate details and captivating history, our Venus of Willendorf card is sure to leave a lasting impression. Order yours today and add a touch of history to your mailbox.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 17.5cm x 12.5cm (6.9" x 4.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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1. Title: "Venerating the Venus of Willendorf: A Glimpse into Paleolithic Europe's Fertility Symbol" The captivating image before you showcases the enigmatic Venus of Willendorf, a 23,000 BC sculpture hailing from Austria's Lower Paleolithic era. This masterpiece, discovered in 1908 near the village of Willendorf, is an embodiment of the Upper Gravettian culture's artistic prowess and spiritual beliefs. The Venus of Willendorf, a small, round limestone figure, stands upright, with a distinctly feminine form. Her voluptuous body, adorned with intricate carvings, represents the ancient European's reverence for fertility and the natural world. The figure's colorless, weathered surface, a testament to the passage of time, adds an air of mystery and allure. This precious artifact is now housed in Vienna's esteemed Natural History Museum, a fitting home for such a significant piece of prehistory. The interior of the museum, bathed in soft, vertical lighting, provides an intimate setting for the Venus of Willendorf to share her ancient story with modern visitors. As you peer inside, the scene unfolds before you: Europe's earliest inhabitants, the Austrians, paying homage to their goddess of fertility, a symbol of life, creation, and the cyclical rhythms of nature. The Venus of Willendorf stands as a testament to our shared human past, a reminder that art, in its most raw and primal form, has the power to transcend time and culture. The Venus of Willendorf is not just a sculpture; it is a living link to our prehistoric ancestors, a glimpse into their world, and a reminder of the enduring power of art and human creativity.
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