Cave Man Collection (page 2)

Early humans making fire. Coloured artwork of a method of making fire being used by early humans. This method involves rotating the pointed end of a stick in a dry piece of wood

Early use of fire. Historical artwork of early humans gathered around a fire. There is evidence for the controlled use of fire over one million years ago

Discovery of fire, artwork
Discovery of fire. Early humans around a small camp fire

Early humans working flint, coloured artwork. Depicted here is the era when flints were being worked and polished, as opposed to the earlier use of rough, unworked fragments of flint

Prehistoric tomb, Sweden
Prehistoric tomb, coloured cutaway artwork. The tomb depicted here dates from the Stone Age, and is based on tombs found in Axevalla and Luttra, in Sweden

SKULL OF JAVA MAN. Lateral view of cast of skull of Java Man (Pithecanthropus erectus) discovered at Trinil in East Java, Indonesia by Eugene Dubois, 1891

Silent Still: Cavemen

Cave Dwellers / Orders
Cave dwellers: a caveman issues the days orders

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The concept of the "cave man" has long fascinated us, representing a crucial stage in human evolution. Charles Darwin's groundbreaking theories shed light on our ancestors' progression from primitive beings to modern humans. In 1908, an extraordinary discovery was made in France - the first reconstruction of a Neanderthal man from the La Chapelle-aux-Saints skeleton. Frantisek Kupka and Marcellin Boule collaborated to create a drawing that captivated the world when published in The Illustrated London News. Prehistoric cave art provides glimpses into our ancient past, with stunning depictions like the bull found in Altamira, Spain. These masterpieces offer insights into early human culture and their connection with nature. One notable misstep occurred with Nebraska Man, where Amedee Forestier's illustration mistakenly portrayed an entire species based solely on one tooth fragment. This serves as a reminder of how important it is for scientific discoveries to be thoroughly examined and verified. Our prehistoric ancestors were skilled craftsmen, as depicted in wood engravings showing them making tools and weapons from flint. These artifacts demonstrate their resourcefulness and ingenuity during this era. Altamira also showcases another remarkable artwork: a depiction of a horse with its foal. Such images provide evidence of early humans' deep bond with animals and their ability to convey emotions through art. Various artistic interpretations have been made over time regarding cave men; lithographs like "Cave-Man" evoke curiosity about these primal beings who once roamed the Earth. Survival was paramount for our ancestors, as illustrated by scenes such as "The Mammoth Hunt. " This lithograph captures their bravery and determination while hunting these colossal creatures for sustenance thousands of years ago. A glimpse into daily life can be seen through works like "Primitive Man, " which portrays individuals engaged in everyday activities within their communities – highlighting social structures that existed even then.