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Prehistoric Art

Art created before written history, including cave drawings and megaliths.

Paleolithic Period

The era from 40,000-10,000 BCE known for cave drawings, primarily of animals.

New Stone Age

The period from 10,000-3,000 BCE when humans began to establish permanent homes.

Stonehenge

A famous example of a megalith, made up of large stone slabs.

Megalith

Large stone structures, such as Stonehenge and ziggurats.

Cuneiform

The first writing system developed in Mesopotamia, utilizing shapes and lines.

Hieroglyphics

The writing system of ancient Egyptians, combining logography and symbols.

Pyramid

Structures used as tombs for pharaohs in ancient Egypt.

Parthenon

A temple in ancient Greece known for its architectural elements, including columns.

greek sculpture

Full-body representations in ancient Greek art, created to inspire.

greek Pottery

Hand-painted vessels in ancient Greece, valued for artistry and function.

Pantheon

A significant public building in ancient Rome, showcasing architectural innovation.

Basilica

A type of public building in ancient Rome used for various civic purposes.

Colosseum

An elliptical-shaped structure in ancient Rome used for public spectacles.

Barrel Vault

An architectural feature in ancient Rome formed by a series of arches.

Coffers

Recessed panels in ceilings, often found in Roman architecture.

Oculus

A circular opening at the top of a dome in Roman architecture.

Sculpted Portraits

Busts created in ancient Rome to remember

Coarse Ware

Everyday pottery used in ancient Rome for practical purposes.

Fine Ware

Pottery used for formal occasions in ancient Rome, often more decorative.