Beginnings of Art: Prehistoric Rock Paintings · Prehistoric Era

The Bhimbetka Caves

Studying the stylistic features and themes of the mesolithic paintings found in the Vindhya ranges.

Key Questions

  1. 1What do the repeated motifs of hunting scenes suggest about the relationship between early humans and nature?
  2. 2How does the simplicity of line and color contribute to the narrative power of these paintings?
  3. 3What artistic choices did prehistoric humans make to ensure their stories survived for millennia?

CBSE Learning Outcomes

CBSE: Prehistoric Rock Paintings - Class 11
Class: Class 11
Subject: Fine Arts
Unit: Beginnings of Art: Prehistoric Rock Paintings
Period: Prehistoric Era

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