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Saharan rock art
Saharan rock painting. Rock art depicting human figures, one of which is sitting on a horse, surrounded by a herd of horned animals. The rock art of the Sahara reflects both the change in climate and cultural advance of the humans who inhabited the region since the last ice age.Horses appear in Saharan rock art from around 3, 000 years before present, during a period of increased aridity in the Sahara. Photographed in Tadrart, Tassili National Park, Algeria
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Africa African Algeria Algerian Antelope Anthropological Anthropology Archaeological Archaeology Boat Climatological Climatology Cognitive Archaeology Figure Figures Fishing Herd Herding Horned Horse Horses Hunting Paintings Period Pictograph Rock Rock Painting Sahara Sahara Desert Saharan Scene Stone Age World Heritage Site Herdsmen Palaeontology Pastoralist Pastoralists Tadrart
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This print showcases Saharan rock art, a testament to the rich history and cultural evolution of the humans who once inhabited this arid region. The artwork depicts human figures, with one figure sitting atop a majestic horse, surrounded by a herd of horned animals. The presence of horses in Saharan rock art is particularly intriguing as it dates back around 3,000 years before present, coinciding with a period of increased aridity in the Sahara. This suggests that these ancient inhabitants adapted their way of life to survive in changing climatic conditions. Photographed in Tadrart within the breathtaking Tassili National Park in Algeria, this image offers us a glimpse into an era long gone but not forgotten. It speaks volumes about the deep connection between humans and nature during prehistoric times. As we observe these intricate paintings etched onto stone surfaces, we are reminded of the immense skill and creativity possessed by our ancestors. Each stroke tells a story - stories of hunting expeditions, pastoralist lifestyles, and perhaps even early forms of transportation like boats. This photograph serves as both an archaeological treasure and a reminder that our understanding of history is constantly evolving through discoveries such as these remarkable Saharan rock art pieces.
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