Oppenheimer Film Discussion for Philosophy and Film
Cave Paintings and Venus Figurines: Early Art From Prehistoric Times
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3. CAVE PAINTINGS
On the walls and ceilings of caves
Representing mostly animals (for
helping them in hunting), symbols, etc.
Very realistic representations
7. Small female figurines, carved out of stone
VENUS FIGURINES
They represent fertility and abundance:
- Wide hips and thighs.
- Exaggerated abdomen.
- Large breasts.
- Disproportionate vulva.
Venus of Willendorf