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Prehistoric humans and animals
Prehistoric humans and mammals, historical artwork. The mammals at upper left are a woolly mammoth, a large deer and a woolly rhinoceros. At lower left are a bear, a horse and wolves. The woolly mammoth and woolly rhinoceros went extinct around 10, 000 years ago, possibly due to hunting by humans. The humans are using stone tools and fire, dating them to between 125, 000-10, 000 years ago. Artwork from The World Before the Deluge (Louis Figuier, 1891 edition)
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This print takes us back in time to the prehistoric era, where humans coexisted with magnificent mammals that have long vanished from our world. The artwork, sourced from Louis Figuier's renowned book "The World Before the Deluge" showcases a vivid scene of both harmony and conflict between early humans and their animal counterparts. Intriguingly, at the upper left corner of the image, we can observe a woolly mammoth majestically standing alongside a large deer and a woolly rhinoceros. These awe-inspiring creatures sadly met their demise approximately 10,000 years ago, potentially due to human hunting activities. Meanwhile, at the lower left corner, we witness an encounter between humans and other animals such as bears, horses, and wolves. The depiction portrays our ancestors utilizing stone tools and harnessing fire—an indication that this snapshot dates back anywhere between 125,000 to 10,000 years ago. It offers us valuable insights into ancient human practices during this period characterized by survival instincts honed through hunting techniques. Louis Figuier's artwork not only captures historical significance but also serves as a testament to humanity's deep-rooted connection with nature. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing piece of artistry from the late 19th century—replete with vibrant colors—we are reminded of our shared past with these extinct species while contemplating how they shaped our present-day understanding of anthropology and paleontology. Let this remarkable image transport you to an era when mankind roamed alongside fascinating megafauna—a visual representation of our collective history etched on rocks for future generations to marvel at.
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