Prehistoric Art — main materials?
Ochre, charcoal, animal fats, clay, limestone.
Egyptian Pyramid — purpose?
Tombs for pharaohs, symbolizing divine power.
Ziggurat — function?
Religious temple complex, connecting heaven and earth.
Prehistoric Art — what?
Art made by early humans before written records.
Cave Paintings — purpose?
Depict animals, hunting, spiritual beliefs.
Venus Figurines — role?
Symbolized fertility or fertility rituals.
Techniques in prehistoric art?
Pigment application, fresco painting.
Materials used?
Ochre, charcoal, clay, limestone, ivory.
Egyptian Pyramid — function?
Tomb for pharaohs and rulers.
Mastaba — type of?
Elevated tomb with flat roof, precursor to pyramids.
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1. What is prehistoric art primarily characterized by?
2. What was the primary role of Egyptian architecture such as pyramids and temples?
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