Christine DesdemainesHugon

Stepping-Stones: A Journey through the Ice Age Caves of the Dordogne

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ISBN 13:
9780300188028
author:
Christine DesdemainesHugon
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Yale University Press
language:
English
Publication Year:
2012
Pages:
272
Dimensions:
6.10 (w) x 9.20 (h) x 0.60 (d)
Genre:
Archaeology, Archaeology
Condition:
New
Availability:
Item usually sent within 10 working days
£24.49

Description

Stepping-stones A Journey Through the Ice Age Caves of the Dordogne offers an intimate understanding of the cave art and artists of France's Dordogne region. Over 25 years of teaching and research, Christine Desdemaines-Hugon has become an expert in this field, combining her knowledge of art and archaeology to convey a deep appreciation for these remarkable works. The book focuses on five fascinating sites, including Font de Gaume, providing a unique pathway toward understanding the culture of the Dordogne Paleolithic peoples. By exploring the striking similarities between ancient art forms and modern works, Desdemaines-Hugon sheds light on the enduring power of Paleolithic art and its continued impact on our lives today. Through her keen insights, Desdemaines-Hugon reveals the near-spiritual experience of viewing these ancient images, highlighting their incomparable artistic value and the ties that bind us across the ages.

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