rock art

Rock art refers to ancient artistic expressions found on natural stone surfaces, often produced by early human societies. This includes petroglyphs—images carved into rock—and pictographs—painted designs. These artworks hold significant cultural, historical, and archaeological value, offering insights into the beliefs, social structures, and daily lives of prehistoric peoples. They can depict animals, human figures, symbols, and abstract forms, serving as a means of communication or ritual. Rock art can be found worldwide, from cave paintings in France to petroglyphs in the Americas, reflecting diverse human experiences across time and geography.