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Paleolithic humans created the Lascaux Cave paintings near Montignac, Dordogne, France. The paintings are estimated to be over 17,000 years old. The paintings contain nearly 2,000 figures created out of mineral pigments and engravings. Nearly half are of animals, but there is also a painting of a human, which is rare in Paleolithic art.
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What are the .Lascaux cave?
The lascaux cave is a cave in France that has animal paintings from a long time ago on the walls, and that is why it is famous.
What animal is least popular with Lascaux cave painters?
bison
What questions does scientists still have about the lascaux cave?
Scientists still have questions about the purpose of certain symbols and images found in the Lascaux Cave, the techniques used by the ancient artists to create the paintings, and the significance of certain animal representations. They also continue to study the preservation of the cave and the impact of environmental factors on the artwork.
When was the Lascaux cave discovered?
The Lascaux Cave was discovered in September of 1940. This cave is known for its numerous drawings which date back 17,000 years ago.
The cave of Lascaux is located in which country?
The cave of Lascaux is located in France.
How many Lascaux caves?
There's only one Grotte Lascaux - the painted cave - plus of course the artificial copy that we'd see as tourists. It's by no means the only cave in the region thoogh.
How many cave?
There's only one Grotte Lascaux - the painted cave - plus of course the artificial copy that we'd see as tourists. It's by no means the only cave in the region thoogh.
What is a cave an example of?
the famous lascaux cave
How do the animal and human figures in the lascaux cave painting differ?
The animals are more realistically drawn than the humans.
What country is the lascaux cave located?
France
What country is the cave of Lascaux located?
The cave of Lascaux is located in France. Specifically, it is situated in the Dordogne region, in southwestern France.
When did lascaux cave become a tourist site?
Lascaux cave became a tourist site in 1948, shortly after its discovery in 1940. However, due to concerns about the cave's preservation, a replica known as Lascaux II was opened to the public in 1983.
