Gravettian

The Gravettian is a cultural period of the Paleolithic era, approximately 28,000 to 22,000 years ago, characterized by specific stone tools and innovative hunting techniques. People of this time made small, pointed tools for spear and arrow tips, and often crafted figurines like the famous Venus figurines, highlighting early artistic expression. They were skilled hunters of large animals such as mammoths and reindeer, and likely had sophisticated social structures. The Gravettian illustrates an important stage in human evolution, showing advancements in tool technology, art, and adaptive strategies during the Ice Age.